Messene

Region of Messene

A long way from party islands, this quiet corner of the southwestern corner of the Peloponnese, still resists the onslaught of package tourism. The area has been inhabited since prehistoric times, mainly due to its fertile plains and it quickly developed a very important civilization. In the Messenian land are some of the most important archeological sites of Greece such as the Mycenaean Palace of Nestor and the ancient city of Messene. The castles of Pylos, Methoni and Koroni have played an important role in the evolution of Greek history, captivating visitors with their history and architecture. Moreover, there are plenty of historical churches and monasteries, beautiful islets, and numerous of unexplored beauties that are awaiting to be discovered.

Messenia is a unique place of contrasts where there is something for everyone. Blessed with some of the peninsula’s loveliest beaches, charming towns and traditional villages, lush gorges full of streams and waterfalls, coastal and mountain trails, important wetlands and beyond all, hospitality. Thanks to many fishing ports and the Kalamata olive, the region has a rich foodie culture. Local gastronomy is complemented by many other products, such as the ‘sfela’ cheese, delicious figs, and local sweet treats with the most famous being 'pastelia' and 'diples'. Messenia is a little piece of paradise that hides so much secrets that will truly amaze the visitor. Its cultural, natural and historical wealth has made it a perfect all-year-round destination. It has been difficult describing all it offers but it is definitely the place to go. Those who have visited Messenia like to return again and again, why not you be one of them?