Arcadia

Dimitsana

Peloponnese, Arcadia, Dimitsana

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Dimitsana is a delightful medieval village built amphitheatrically on two hills at the beginning of the Lousios Gorge, 11km north of Stemnitsa. Dimitsana played a significant role in Greece’s struggle for self-determination in 1821 and the school was an important spawning ground for the ideas leading to the uprisings against the Turks. It is hikers’ favourite destination and ideal for weekend gateways offering accommodation in hotels and local cuisine in restaurants.

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Description of Dimitsana

Dimitsana is a delightful medieval village built amphitheatrically on two hills at the beginning of the Lousios Gorge, 11km north of Stemnitsa. Dimitsana played a significant role in Greece’s struggle for self-determination in 1821 and the school was an important spawning ground for the ideas leading to the uprisings against the Turks. It is hikers’ favourite destination and ideal for weekend gateways offering accommodation in hotels and local cuisine in restaurants.

How to get to Dimitsana

Take the Athens-Tripoli highway and after the tunnel of Artemisium before reaching Tripoli turn to Dimitsana.

Useful Phone Numbers in Dimitsana

Police in Dimitsana: +30 27950 31205
Health Center in Dimitsana: +30 27950 31401-3
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