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| | Patras, Kalavrita, Helmos, Diakofto, Hotels, Aigio, Akrata, Kastria, Rio, Achaia - Patras Peloponnese |
 | | Patras is the capital of the region or prefecture.It owes its name to Patreas, chief of the Achaians.The city is among the most important in Greece, and the largest in the Peloponnese.It is also a major transportation center, linking the country with Italy and the Peloponnese with the lonian islands |
 | | The coasts of Achaia are a delightful concoction of picturesque villages, indented shores, gardens and shady trees.A treat for the eye. |
 | | While the heart of Achaia may be its mountains, one cannot fail to hear its soul in the murmur of the sea.Leaving Corinth, you take the coast road all the way to Patras. |
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