Patras - Wikipedia
WEBPatras (Greek: Πάτρα, romanized: Pátra pronounced ⓘ; Katharevousa and Ancient Greek: Πάτραι; Latin: Patrae) is Greece's third-largest city and the regional capital of Western Greece, in the northern Peloponnese, 215 km (134 mi) west of Athens.
33 Facts About Patrai - Facts.net
WEBMar 2, 2024 · Patrai, also known as Patras, is a vibrant city located in the western part of Greece. With its rich history, picturesque landscapes, and warm Mediterranean climate, Patrai has become a popular tourist destination and …
30 Facts About Patras Greece | FactSnippet
WEB1. Notable features of the Patras Greece Carnival include its mammoth satirical floats and balls and parades, enjoyed by hundreds of thousands of visitors in a Mediterranean climate. FactSnippet No. 1,470,645. 2. Patras Greece is famous for supporting an indigenous cultural scene active mainly in the performing arts and modern urban literature.
13 Reasons You Need To Explore Patras Greece - Culture Trip
WEBAug 13, 2017 · Case in point, Patras: Greece’s third largest city situated in the northwest of Peloponnese. Thanks to its university, it has a large percentage of students, but the city is much more than that. Here are 13 reasons why you …
Matt Barrett's Guide to Patras, Greece
WEBPatras is the capital of Achaia and is Greece’s most important sea link with the rest of Europe. Patras is the largest city in the Peloponnesos and has a number of important historical sites, great restaurants, beautiful beaches and a very large student population.
Patras - Visit Greece
WEBPeloponnese. Patras. Welcome to Patras, a bustling student city, a place where entertainment, history and culture mingle together to create a destination filled with wonderful discoveries. Gifted by nature, Patras is nowadays a commercial hub and Greece’s third most significant city.
Patras – Travel guide at Wikivoyage
WEBPatras (Modern Greek: Πάτρα, Greek pronunciation: [ˈpatra], Classical Greek and Katharevousa: Πάτραι (pl.)) is the third largest city of Greece, after Athens and Thessaloniki. It is the capital of the Prefecture of Achaea on the Peloponnese and the western gateway into the country, thanks to numerous ferry connections with Italy.
Your Guide To Patra, Greece – Gate To The West
WEBNov 23, 2023 · We’ve got a list of things to do in Patra, as well as top sites and tips for traveling with kids in Patras, Greece. The third-most important city in the country, also known as Patras, is a delightful destination all year round, with a fantastic coast and dozens of cultural experiences to enjoy.
Patra travel - Lonely Planet | Greece, Europe
WEBGreece, Europe. Greece's third-largest city, Patra is named after King Patreas who ruled Achaïa around 1100 BC. Little is evident of this busy port's 3000 years of history, during which it was an important trade centre under the Mycenaeans and the Romans.
Patras, Greece: Exploring a Historic Port City | Travelling Points
WEBOct 16, 2023 · Patras, a picturesque port city nestled on the Gulf of Patras in western Greece, is not only the capital of the Peloponnese region but also the third-largest city in the country. With a population exceeding 215,000 people, Patras boasts a rich history that spans over four millennia.
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