Halieis
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An ancient Greek harbor city in the Argolid (across from the modern village of Porto Cheli) that was abandoned toward the end of the fourth century BCE. Excavated remains include fortification walls (as early as the eighth century BCE), a city with an orthogonal street plan, an industrial quarter, and domestic architecture with evidence for agricultural processing. Parts of the city are now under water due to a rise in sea levels.
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FAQ
Where is Halieis?
Halieis is located in Μπουζαίικα, Π.Ε. Αργολίδας, Greece. Coordinates: 37.31509, 23.15263.
What kind of place is Halieis?
An ancient Greek harbor city in the Argolid (across from the modern village of Porto Cheli) that was abandoned toward the end of the fourth century BCE. Excavated remains include fortification walls (as early as the eighth century BCE), a c
How do I get to Halieis?
You can navigate to Halieis via Google Maps or Apple Maps using the coordinates 37.31509, 23.15263.
What was Halieis called in antiquity?
In antiquity it was known as “Ἁλιεῖς”, attested in 33 ancient texts.
Nearby
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- 🏖️ Porto Cheli/Aks Hinitsa Bay 1.3 km
- 🖼️ Spetses Museum 5.2 km
- 🖼️ Laskarina Bouboulina museum 5.3 km
- 👁️ Spetson (Palio Limani) Lighthouse 6.1 km
- ⛪ Panagia I Armata 6.1 km