Modern-day Sparta, the capital of the prefecture of Lakonia, lies on the eastern foothills of Mount Taygetos in the Evrotas River valley. The city has been built upon the site of ancient Sparta, whose Acropolis lies north of the modern city. To the southwest stands Mt. Taygetos.
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The mountain of Ancient Sparta, with lots of stories to tell, wonderful rides, extraordinary view and wild nature! If you are in the area, don't miss the ...
b) Two geographical features of Sparta: Laconia is surrounded by three mountains ranges, Taygetus , Arcadian and Parnon. The soil of Laconia is fertile and rich ...
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Taygetos is a mountain range lying within the prefectures of Arcadia, Lakonia and Messinia, a very popular hiking destination in Greece.
Spartans were part of Greek tribe, Dorians. Tribesmen moved into Laconia in southern Peloponnese and founded villages on west bank of Eurotas River.
Apr 26, 2020 · Nestled at the foot of the Taygetus mountain range in the southern Peloponnesian region of Greece, known as Laconia, is the town of Sparta.