ANCIENT TYRINS

A very short distance out of Nafplion is the famous archaeological site of Ancient Tyrins. Not as impressive as Mycenae, Tyrins though does share the same billing on the World Heritage Site and is definitely worth the visit. Its a Mycenaean built citadel perched on a small hillock. The large boulders used for the walling were thought to have been built with the help of the Cyclops therefore the name Cyclopean Walling comes into use. Tyrins dates back to early Greek Bronze Age and came to its full glory 1400 to 1200 BC.
The site is easily accessible either by local transport from Nafplion or a short 7 min journey by car or taxi.