The Festival has been described as one of the most consistent and successful thematic institutions of the Greek region, which has hosted some of the best groups and artists of the international classical scene, and has been honored as Best Festival by the Greek Union of Music Critics. More than 250 Greek and foreign artists have performed in this festival, including some of the most famous names worldwide, as well as 24 quartets, 18 symphonic and chamber orchestras and many emerging young artists. The concerts held in the majestic monuments and squares of Nafplio have attracted more than 190,000 visitors, from Greece and abroad.