ACCOMMODATION
Archontiko Chioti (Leonidio, Tel. (+30) 27570.223.32) An air of refined luxurious fills the rigorously designed rooms and customary areas of this boutique resort, mixing old-world appeal with fashionable comforts.
Archontiko Hatzipanayiotis (Leonidio, Tel. (+30) 27570.224.76) Comfy rooms housed in a good looking, historic stone mansion with conventional pebble mosaics within the courtyard. The rooftop affords views of Kokkinovrachos, the clock tower, and the city, and it additionally operates as a café-bistro.
Agroktima Traditional Guesthouse (Plaka, Tel. (+30) 27570.232.44) An agritourism advanced consisting of recent stone-built cottages, with a view of Kokkinovrachos, situated 3km from Leonidio on the way in which to the port of Plaka.
Sampatiki Suites and Spa (Myloi Sampatikis, Tel. (+30) 27570.611.56) A newly constructed luxurious resort within the bay of Sampatiki, providing panoramic views of the Myrtoan Sea, roughly midway between Leonidio and Tyros.
Kyparissi Studios & Spa (Sapounakaiika, Tel. (+30) 27570.416.68) A contemporary guesthouse perched on the steep slopes of Sapounakaiika, a captivating little village simply above Tyros.
FOOD
Mitropoli (Leonidio, Tel. (+30) 27570.291.15) A superb taverna providing a wide range of home-cooked dishes with Tsakonian eggplant as the primary ingredient – like imam, papoutsakia (stuffed eggplant), and goat with eggplant.
En Leonidio (Leonidio, Tel. (+30) 27570.220.68) Wooden-fired pizzas and pasta served with a smile within the atmospheric stone corridor of a conventional constructing, embellished with numerous folklore artifacts.
Ayelidi (Leonidio, Tel. (+30) 27570.221.40) A historic café in Leonidio, now underneath new possession. Its prime location at a central crossroads provides it a cinematic appeal, complemented by meze and every day specials ready by the chef-owner.
Kalye (Leonidio, Tel. (+30) 27570.230.32) A thoughtfully curated restaurant, embellished with Tsakonian textiles handmade by native ladies. Serves fashionable Greek delicacies in its indoor corridor and the beautiful March twenty fifth sq..
To Konatsi (Sapounakaiika, Tel. (+30) 27570.413.21) Mrs. Litsa and her husband Giorgos serve do-it-yourself dishes on a good looking balcony with panoramic views of Tyros and the ocean. The bread is kneaded every day with sourdough and carob, the cheese is comprised of their very own goat’s milk, the eggs come from their chickens, and the herbs are gathered from Mount Parnon.
COFFEE & DRINKS
Kaseta (Leonidio, Tel. (+30) 27570.221.65) A terrific spot for drinks with a bar going through a wall embellished solely with classic cassette tapes. For espresso, the all-day courtyard affords views of Kokkinovrachos.
Panjika (Leonidio, Tel. (+30) 27570.231.15) The café-bar of the namesake cooperative, a hangout for climbers of all nationalities. Hosts common artwork exhibitions and different cultural occasions.
Angoni (Leonidio, Tel. (+30) 27570.232.00) A youthful café-bar housed in a quaint little constructing. It serves drinks at tables by the previous water cistern on the other facet of the highway.
SHOPPING
Tsakonian Girls’s Agricultural Cooperative of Leonidio (Leonidio, Tel. (+30) 27570.235.07) In a wood hut by the bridge, you’ll discover the well-known eggplant candy protect, together with do-it-yourself liqueurs, honey, jams, pasta, and woven luggage made on conventional looms.
Conventional Merchandise (Kosmas, Tel. (+30) 27570.313.55) A small store providing do-it-yourself treats like chestnut pie and chestnut halva, in addition to artisanal merchandise similar to spoon sweets and handmade pasta.
POINTS OF INTEREST
Tsouchlou Mansion (Leonidio, Tel. (+30) 693.789.8030) This atmospheric constructing, as soon as the house of painter Vrasidas Tsouchlos, now homes the “Archive of Tsakonia” affiliation, which organizes lessons within the Tsakonian language and weaving.
Tsikaliotis Tower (Leonidio, Tel. (+30) 27573.602.02) A powerful tower with architectural and ornamental components from each East and West, reflecting the cosmopolitan previous of Nineteenth-century Leonidio retailers. Inside, you’ll discover fashionable, interactive reveals.
Fabrica of Tradition (Leonidio, Tel. (+30) 27570.227.34) A contemporary cultural venue that includes reveals that cowl all elements of Leonidio’s historical past and heritage.
Tsakonian Weaving (Tyros, Tel. (+30) 27570.413.14) The one skilled workshop nonetheless crafting conventional and fashionable woven textiles by hand for the previous 77 years. It additionally affords lessons in vertical loom weaving for all ability ranges.
EASTER CUSTOMS
In Leonidio, the Epitaphios (Good Friday procession) is lit by hundreds of lanterns comprised of bitter oranges.
On Resurrection Evening and the morning of Easter Sunday (Sunday of Love), colourful scorching air balloons are launched from the courtyards of the city’s 5 church buildings and the central sq..
In Tyros, the Epitaphios procession takes place alongside the seashore and is accompanied by embellished boats with lights and flags. The burning of Judas takes place within the sea on Holy Saturday. On Easter Sunday, the Gospel is learn within the Tsakonian dialect on the Church of Aghia Marina.
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