Overview
Hotel Helmos”was built in 1922 on “Platia Eleftherias” ( Liberty Square), a historical location, as the square became the first meeting point forthe leaders of the revolution for independence, on the 21st of March 1821. This revolution led to the establishment of the modern Greek state and is celebrated since then as independence day of Greece. Vacationing in Kalavrita became very popular between the two world wars. Visitors were arriving by cog-rail to stay at Helmos and enjoy the hotel’s superb cuisine and impeccable service. After lunch, the local band wasoften entertaining the guests with popular music. The hotel was totally destroyed during the second world war occupation, in a period that tragically marked the history of the town of Kalavrita. It wasrebuilt after the end of the war and stayed open till the early 90’s. Radically renovated and refurbished, Hotel Helmos opened in December 2005 tooffer a first class service to old and new clients.”
The Peloponnese is a destination for all seasons, with a rich history and a rich landscape. Booking with Helmos and you will be able to explore and discover destinations of authentic natural beauty, each with its own distinctive characteristics, eager to welcome you all year long. Located at 1, Eleftherias Square , Kalavrita, 25001, Greece, Helmos offers the opportunity to discover one of the most beautiful destinations of mainland Greece, where ancient monuments and impressive attractions are scattered throughout. The Peloponnese is a celebration of contrasts: majestic mountains embraced by a dramatic, golden coastline of endless beaches and exotic coves. Pure, unspoilt landscapes, technicolour water and fertile valleys are all just a short car-ride away from Helmos . Road-trippers and landlubbers never tire of its winding roads that disappear into the horizon, where sea and sky become one.
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Peloponnese. Peloponnese is the southern part of the Greek mainland, technically an island today after the construction of the Corinth Canal. It is one of the most historical places on Earth, the centre of the ancient world, carries a huge culture and combines an amazing mountainous and sea scenery. In Helmos you can discover Peloponneses unique natural beauty, numerous history treasures aged thousands of years, emerald waters and varied tradition cultures. Located at 1, Eleftherias Square , Kalavrita, 25001, Greece, Helmos offers the opportunity to enjoy the crystal clear waters and the summer sun, travel in the past visiting Ancient Olympia, ancient Epidaurus, Mycenae and numerous other archaeological sites or live the action biking through splendid sceneries, hiking across Lousios gorge or sailing in the Greek blue water terrain of the Aegean and Ionian Sea. With such a rich heritage and so many things to experience, booking with Helmos will awake all your senses! Our website: http://www.hotelhelmos.gr/ | Our Location: 1, Eleftherias Square , Kalavrita, 25001, Greece
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