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  Patras - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Patras is located 200 kilometres west of Athens, on the northeastern coast of the Peloponnesos at the foot of Mount Panachaikon, overlooking the Gulf of Patras), which is, in fact, an inlet of the Ionian sea.
Patras is located 215 kilometers west of Athens by road, 94 kilometers northeast of Pyrgos, 7 kilometers south of Rio, 134 kilometers west of Corinth, 77 kilometers northwest of Kalavryta, and 144 kilometers northwest of Tripoli.
In 1204 Patras was conquered by the Fourth Crusade, and became the seat of the Latin Duchy of Achaia within the Principality of Achaea.Captured in 1205 by William of Champlitte and Villehardouin, the city became the capital and its archbishop the primate of the principality of Achaea.
en.wikipedia.org /wiki/Patras   (4206 words)

  
 Patras - LoveToKnow 1911
The foundation of Patras goes back to prehistoric times, the legendary account being that Eumelus, having been taught by Triptolemus how to grow grain in the rich soil of the Glaucus valley, established three townships, Aroe (i.e.
The Achaeans having strengthened and enlarged Aroe, called it Patrae, as the exclusive residence of the ruling families, and it was recognized as one of the twelve Achaean cities.
Captured in 1205 by William of Champlitte and Villehardouin, the city became the capital and its archbishop the primate of the principality of Achaea.
www.1911encyclopedia.org /Patras   (642 words)

  
 A VIRTUAL TOUR OF PATRAS
Patras is also the capital of the Archaia prefecture and owes its name to Patreas, the ancient chief of the Archaians.
In 1205, Patras occupied center stage with the founding of the Principality of Achaia by the Franks.
In February, Patras is also known for its famous Carnival, which offers a festive sampling of its citizens' imagination filled with humor and high spirits which attracts thousands of visitors every year.
www.greekhotel.com /mainland/patra/home.htm   (408 words)

  
 EPL OF PATRAS - PATRA INFORMATION - HISTORY - CITY   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-22)
The landmark of Patras is this castle, a Venetian one, overlooking the town and the bay.
From then on he was considered the protector of Patras and nowadays there is a magnificent big church, built in his honor, on the exact place of his crucification.
Patras was invaded by the Turks in 1460.
www.pi-schools.gr /sxoleia/epl-patras/yre/en-patra.htm   (576 words)

  
 CATHOLIC ENCYCLOPEDIA: Patras
Its titulars were called Metropolitans of Patras from the ninth century until the Middle Ages, Metropolitans of Old Patras until 1833, Bishops of Achaia until 1852, Archbishops of Patras and Eleia from that time.
In 1640 the Jesuits established themselves at Patras, and in 1687 the Franciscans and Carmelites.
In the nineteenth century the pope confided the administration of the Peloponnesus to the Bishop of Zante, in 1834 to the Bishop of Syra.
www.newadvent.org /cathen/11547b.htm   (748 words)

  
 PATRAS - PATRAS : Map of Patras
Patras, lying on the west coast of Greece and, therefore, offering the easiest accessibility for transport and travel to and from Western Europe, was a major transport center for the Greek raisin industry during the 19th century.
A decline in the importance of Patras Port followed the decline of Greek raisin cultivation.
However, in the last thirty years, following the establishment of modern ferryboat lines uniting Greece and Italy, Patras port has made an impressive comeback, and it is the main gateway for travelers on their way in or out of the country.
www.patras-patras.com /map.htm   (117 words)

  
 The Carnival of Patras
At the beginning of the 20th century the Patras Carnival is enriched with satirical floats while at the same time the “Black Domino” Masked Ball is established.
It is the entity that revives memories and brings moments of the Patras Carnival into the limelight from the days gone by, which were the starting points for the greatest festivity of its kind in the whole country.
What happens in Patras, on the last Sunday of Carnival, is the pinnacle of the pyramid, which the Patras Carnival has been built on every year.
11gym-patras.ach.sch.gr /carnival.htm   (1134 words)

  
 Patras 2006 - Thematic Cycles
The masks of the Carnival of Patras are the theme of this publication signed by the Carnival Atelier.
Patras Kotinos S.A. A four hundred pages Album, with photographs of the old city of Patras; posters, maps, sketches, and images; texts written by well-known authors, archeologists and other personalities of the Art field.
An anthology of Patras’ poets, whose works have been published by the greatest Houses, set to music by Greek composers, during a period that social and academic institutions pay tribute to their ingeniuses.
patras2006.gr /en/modules/html/index.php?id=22   (2018 words)

  
 PC-HCI conference 2001.Location   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-22)
In Patras, the Train Station (OSE) is located in the town centre, near the harbour and the Bus station.
Patras is connected with all major Greek cities, the nearby Ionian islands and the well-known archaeological sites by bus (Olympia, Delphi, Kalavryta).
Patras is the western gate of Greece to Italy and Western Europe.
www.ee.upatras.gr /PCHCI2001/gopatras.htm   (622 words)

  
 Achaia, Patra, Kalavrita, Kalabrita, Peloponnese, Greece Hotels Guide & Greek Holidays.   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-22)
The city is also home the Archaeological Museum of Patras and to the largest Orthodox cathedral in Greece, dedicated to St. Andrew, who lived and died here.
Patras is also a pleasant seaside resort with some good hotels.
West of Patras is Lapas and, further south, are Kourouta and Palouki beaches, connected by a daily bus to Amaliada.
holidays-in-greece.com /peloponnese/ach   (376 words)

  
 11th Gymnasium of Patras
The University of Patras was founded in 1964 and started functioning two years later.
In the last years, an effort has been made towards co-operation with the public and private sectors, with the University playing a co-ordinating role in development initiatives and the primary role in communicating the constantly generated scientific knowledge, scholarly research and know-how to the industry for the benefit of the entire region.
The University of Patras is renowned for research of the highest calibre and for an excellent academic environment.
11gym-patras.ach.sch.gr /univer.htm   (296 words)

  
 Patras Olympia, Pilos and Mystras - TravelPuppy.com
Patras is a booming commercial and industrial port, and the third most important town in Greece.
Southwest of Patras, at Kyllini there are mineral springs, new hotels, hydropathic installations and a public beach.
The site is a mass of marble inscriptions, civic buildings and restored temples, including the Temple of Zeus, which once housed the colossal gold and ivory statue of Zeus, one of the ‘Seven Wonders of the Ancient World’ (later taken to Constantinople and destroyed in a fire).
travelpuppy.com /greece/patras.htm   (508 words)

  
 Patras, Greece
Patras is the largest town and principal port of the Peloponnese, chief town of the nomos of Achaea, the see of an archbishop and a university town.
Patra stands below its Venetian Castle, on the site of the ancient city where, according to history, the Apostle Andrew taught Christianity and was later crucified and buried.
It is the largest communication center of Western Greece and is a thriving commercial and industrial center.
www.planetware.com /greece/patras-gr-pel-patra.htm   (213 words)

  
 Hotels in Patras: hotel reservation Patras hotels on line
Situated on the northwestern coast of the Peloponnese, in the suburban area of Patras, the Achaia Beach hotel is an ideal gateway to Greece and to all central Europe.
Patras Byzantino Hotel Is A Four Star Hotel Located In The Heart Of The Citys Business Centre.
On the coast of the Corinthian Gulf and by the green slopes of the Panachaicon Mountain, Chroutsa, Blue Bay represents the absolute combination of green and...
www.ultrahotels.net /europe/greece/patras   (290 words)

  
 Rock Climbing in Patra, GREECE
Patra, the 3rd largest city of Greece, is located at the north-west coast of Peloponnesos, having a direct ferry connection to Italy.
However I must admit that the most of the great climbing concentrates on the sport routes of the 7th and the 8th grade of the French difficulty scale.
Therefore, it is not surprising that Patra, despite the rapid development of Kalymnos, is still the queen of extreme sport climbing in Greece...
www.geocities.com /patrasclimbing   (249 words)

  
 Greece travel and tourism guide - patras   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-22)
Patras is the capital of the Achaia Region.
The old city, at the foot of the castle, still has quite a number of attractive neoclassical houses, while the lower city has many mansions, such as those housing the Municipal Theatre, the Odeon, etc. The Cathedral of St. Andrew, the city's patron, rises majestically above the lower city.
Patras' famous Carnival attracts thousands of visitors every year.
www.greecebyclick.com /regions/peloponnese/patras/index.cfm   (236 words)

  
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The city of Patras is situated in the Southwest Greece It's a seaside city of the foot of Panahaikos mountain and it is the gate of the country to the West
In patras paragliding club site, you can see the history of this sport in our area, and also find information about the spots where we fly.
VENIZELOS and it is located at Spata 20 km from the city of Athens and 220 Km of the city f Patras.
www.patras-paragliding.gr /en/index-en.html   (203 words)

  
 University of Patras Human-Computer Interaction Group Home Page   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-22)
The Human-Computer Interaction (HCI) group of the University of Patras is active since 1994.
It has been hosted in the Computer Systems Lab of the ECE Department, while there are plans for moving in a new building in the next year.
(15 July 2004) Presentation of the group in the context of the Conference on Innovation and New Technologies in the 21st Century, Patras 15/7/ 2004.
www.ee.upatras.gr /hci/hcien   (387 words)

  
 University of Patras -> Education -> Graduate Studies -> Department of Chemistry
In addition, Undergraduate studies offer a series of optional courses, which can be chosen by the students according to their special interests, Environmental Chemistry, Clinical Chemistry, Foodstuffs Chemistry, Bioinorganic Chemistry, being among these.
At the end of this work students have to provide a written account of their results and present them orally.
Department of Chemistry, University of Patras 265 00, Patras
www.upatras.gr /education/graduate/chemistry.php?lang=en   (110 words)

  
 Patras, Greece Car Rental Guide from Auto Europe
Patras is the third largest city in Greece and is a major terminal for ferries travelling to Italy and many of the Greek Islands.
The city of Patras was created by the unification of three agricultural groups (Aroi, Anthia, and Mesatis) and was named after Patraes, the leader of the Achaians.
Two of the most famous are the Carnival of Patras and the International Festival of Patras.
www.autoeurope.com /car-rental/Patras-rental-guide.cfm?c=1335   (383 words)

  
 Travel Patras, Hotels in Patras, Hotel, Patras accommodation in Patras, Holidays
Primarily known for its busy port and ferry departures to Italy, not to mention the fantastic carnival held annually to kick off the Lenten season, Patras and the surrounding area offer a wealth of things to do and see.
Patras is easy to reach from Athens by private or rental car, and by train or public bus.
In fact, bus departures are very frequent throughout the day, and the trip takes only two and one-half hours, along a very scenic route.
www.patras-patras.com   (349 words)

  
 Patras 2006 - European Capital of Culture   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-22)
Giorgos Andreou – Plucked String Orchestra of the Municipality of Patras
The Pittsburgh Symphony Orchestra commences its European tour from Patras, the European Capital of Culture for 2006.
If the great orchestras of Berlin and Vienna were listening in, they must have wondered whether their own visits to the Proms might not be an anti-climax.”, commented the Financial Times critic on 2003.
patras2006.gr /en   (366 words)

  
 FIFA.com The Official web site of the Fédération Internationale de Football Association
An hour from Olimpia where the ancient Olympics were staged, lies the beautiful town of Patras.
Divided into an upper and lower side, Patras, the capital of the Achaia region on the Peloponnese peninsula, is today an important business centre.
Located in the south of Patras, the Pampeloponnisiako Stadium is being renovated to stage games in the Olympic Football Tournament.
www.fifa.com /en/comp/olympicsmen/0,2482,1002-OLY-2004,00.html   (206 words)

  
 Archaeological Museum of Patras   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-22)
Various finds spanning the period between 3000 B.C. and 800 B.C. Groups of burial finds from the Classical and Hellenistic cemeteries of Patras.
It was found at Klaus and dates from the mid-13th century B.C. Bronze greaves.
Pair of bronze greaves decorated with bands from a Mycenaean tomb at Kallithea, Patras.
www.culture.gr /2/21/211/21106m/e211fm07.html   (198 words)

  
 Patras Travel information, Patras Hotels, Patras tours, accommodation, holidays in Patras , vacation packages, ...
The construction of the new Charilaos Trikoupis bridge, completed in the summer of 2004, bridging the Corinthian Gulf between Rio and Antirio, will give a vital urge to the development of Patras specifically and the whole of Western Mainland Greece in general.
If you're interested in looking at this part of Greece, just let us know how you'd like to make the trip, and we'll be pleased to give you all the information you will need for travel and arrange your rental or private car for you.
Situated on the beach just four kilometers from the center of the city of Patras, you couldn’t ask for a better location.
www.windmillstravel.com /destination.php?id=27&type=city   (364 words)

  
 Future positions in Software Engineering at U. of Patras
The Department of Computer Engineering and Informatics of the University of Patras currently anticipates the creation of new faculty positions in 2004 in the general area of Software.
Citizens of European Union countries whose native language is not Greek are welcome to apply but must be able to demonstrate good command of the language.
The Department of Computer Engineering and Informatics of the University of Patras (http://www.ceid.upatras.gr) was the first to offer Computer Engineering and Informatics undergraduate and graduate programs of study in Greece and regularly attracts high-caliber graduate and undergraduate students.
www.hri.org /news/misc/jobs/2003/03-12-08.job.html   (334 words)

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