Vatheia
The historic tower houses of this nearly abandoned Greek town have been compared to the spikes on an iguana's back.

šŸ“œ Historic tower houses in a nearly abandoned Greek town.
šŸ” Located in the mountainous Mani peninsula, southern Peloponnese.

Why Go

šŸ° Explore striking clusters of traditional tower houses
šŸš¶ Wander through abandoned structures and quiet stone streets
āœØ Experience a lonely and haunting historical site

Why Avoid

šŸš« Limited human interaction or amenities
šŸšļø Many towers are un-renovated with visible damage

Tips

šŸš— Easily accessible by car for a day trip or hike
šŸ‘Ÿ Wear sturdy shoes and bring water/snacks due to steep slopes and lack of stores

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