To many people traveling around Greece the Peloponnese peninsula is a hidden gem of wonder for its rich history, incredible nature, and delicious food. While there are many people that come back year after year to explore even more of the area, the vast majority of tourists completely miss it - not realizing the treasures it holds. The Achaean region is a part of this peninsula that now incorporates the northernmost region of the peninsula spanning from the west coast to Corinth. It contains 2 of the largest cities, some of the most beautiful nature, and so much more.  

The history of the Achaean region of Peloponnese dates back centuries and has gone through many changes during that time. The Achaean League (a confederation of city-states) dates back to 800 B.C., though it hit its peak from 280 B.C. to 146 B.C. This confederation of city-states was Greece’s most successful attempt at federalism and was the basis for many countries' constitutions. The Achaean assembly place and capital was location in Aegion (current day Aigio/Egio) which was originally founded during Homeric times. At one point, through both diplomacy and war, the Achaean League controlled all of the Peloponnese peninsula, though it was short-lived. In 146 B.C. the Achaeans were defeated by the Romans at the Battle of Corinth. 

During the occupation by the Romans they used the name Achaea to refer to the entire area of Greece, not just Peloponnese.