We took a train from Katakolon to Olympia. These are impressive ruins. There's a great museum as well. I'd recommend taking a picnic. There are beautiful gardens, and great scenery.
Greece August 15th 2009 This was part of our Europe Trip in June 2009. See the Europe Blog for more photos and discription. ... read more
Europe » Greece » South Aegean » Mykonos Greece achieved its independence from the Ottoman Empire in 1829. During the second half of the 19th century and the first half of the 20th century, it gradually added neighboring islands and territories, most with Greek-speaking populations. In Worl... ... read more
I love to travel. Until now, family responsibilities have limited this, but with the kids finishing up college the opportunity for travel is opening up. So far, Linda and I have explored the Western United States, the Ycatan in Mexico, London, Northern Italy and Venice, Croatia, Athens and various Greek Islands. Linda has been to Scottland, France, Netherlands, and Germany. I have spent a great deal of time in Guatemala.
I teach at a Middle School about 25 miles from the Twin Cities in Minnesota, USA. Linda teaches second grade at a different school. We live in Eden Prairie, M... full info