Kenchreai
Kenchreai features on the Gingerguide audio walk through Corinth. Give it roughly ~40 min: enough to look, hear a two to three minute story on the spot, and ask the AI guide whatever the story leaves open.
- Type ruins
- Suggested visit ~40 min
- Corinth Corinth guide
About Kenchreai
Kenchreai, the eastern harbour of ancient Corinth on the Saronic Gulf, where the Roman breakwaters now lie under the sea and, by the Bible's account, Saint Paul set sail for Syria.
Kenchreai served the trade of Corinth with the east, while Lechaion served the west. In Roman times it had crescent-shaped breakwaters, warehouses and sanctuaries, and later a Christian basilica. The land has sunk about two metres, so many remains are now under water. Glass panels found here are shown at Isthmia.
The site is not organised for visitors; it appears to be free and open, but no official hours are known. There are no facilities and little shade. The finds are in the museum at Isthmia.
Did you know? Kenchreai, on the Saronic Gulf, was the eastern harbour of ancient Corinth, while Lechaion, on the Corinthian Gulf, was the western one.
How long is a visit to Kenchreai?
Set aside roughly ~40 min for Kenchreai. That covers a good look and the narrated story, and because you set the pace you can always stay on.
Is Kenchreai worth your time?
Kenchreai is among the 13 narrated highlights the Gingerguide team chose for Corinth, so it is worth a look. Hear the story for the context, then ask the AI guide for anything more.
Nearby stops in Corinth
Sources and further reading
Where to check the facts about Kenchreai and read more:
Day 1 of the Corinth in 2 days itinerary →
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Hear the story of Kenchreai
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