Mezapos

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Mezapos

Mezapos is a remote fishing village on the gulf of the Tigani peninsula, in the Eastern Mani. Its little port was regarded as the safest on the west coast of Mani by the British military, surveyor and archaeologist William Martin Leake who visited the area in 1805.

Mezapos has a little beach with pebbles and turquoise waters, formed between two tall rocks that look like they have collapsed. Swimming in the small bay leads to an exciting exploration of the nearby sea caves. However, if you do not like adventure, you can always stay on the beach, relax and enjoy the view of the Tigani castle. Stone houses, ruined towers, small coves with sea caves and byzantine churches, all make up an imposing landscape that charms all visitors.

The countryside here is dotted with small, domed Byzantine churches rich in frescoes, but usually kept locked. Such a remarkable monument is the Byzantine church of Panagia Vlacherna in Fokaloto dating between the 12th and 13th century. Ruins of another early Christian church dating between the 5th and 6th century can also be found nearby. In addition to historic churches and to beautiful landscapes, the tiny village offers moments of relaxation as well as interesting hiking trails. Among them, the one that leads to Agia Kyriaki and to the 13th century’s Frankish castle ruins. Mezapos is off the beaten track so hotels and villas are limited.