Peloponnese

/ ˌpɛləpəˈniːs /

noun

1. the Peloponnese
   the S peninsula of Greece, joined to central Greece by the Isthmus of Corinth: chief cities in ancient times were Sparta and Corinth, now Patras. Pop: 503 300 (2001). Area: 21 439 sq km (8361 sq miles) Also known asPeloponnesus Medieval nameMorea Modern Greek namePeloponnesos

Example Sentences

The ruling party’s sole victory Sunday came in the Peloponnese.

From Washington Times

Authorities said 88 migrants from Iran, Iraq and Afghanistan – including 20 children – were rescued from a boat in distress Wednesday off the southern Peloponnese region, with the help of a passing oil tanker.

From Washington Times

The island is located between Milos and the Peloponnese in an area known for strong currents and rough seas.

From Seattle Times

Other fires requiring evacuations broke out on the northeast side of the island of Corfu and in the northern Peloponnese, near the town of Aigio.

From Washington Times

An area west of Athens is among the worst-hit areas, along with Laconia in the southern Peloponnese and the island of Rhodes.

From BBC