"Pretty Places in the Peloponnese" Prefecture of Messinia by nickandchris

Prefecture of Messinia Travel Guide: 132 reviews and 454 photos

Who knows where this is?? - Prefecture of Messinia

Escape The Crowds

Messinia is a stunning location. Situated in the south western corner of the Peloponnese in Greece, it has over 160 kms. of fabulous coastline, much of it undeveloped and just waiting for you to visit. Package holidays do visit the area but only in small minorities. You won't find any mega resorts (yet) but there is plenty of accommodation available and direct flights from many European countries land at Kalamata airport, the capital of this region.

Be warned though, that times are a changing! Although fishing and farming still play a vital role in the locals lives, tourism is about to become big business. Two massive golf complexes are being built on the west coast and I've heard rumours of a water park being constructed somewhere in the not too distant future.

Messinia

Navarino Bay

The prefecture of Messinia extends from north of Kyparissia on the western coast to it's easterly point just south of Stoupa. It is bordered with the Ionian sea on the west, the Messinian Gulf on the south, the River Neda on the north and the Taygetos mountains on the east. Although the area has a mild climate, snow does fall and can be seen on Taygetos from November to May. If you are in Chrani in early season, you will probably notice the striking view across the bay of the white tip of Taygetos.

Some of the better known holiday destinations include Stoupa, Chrani, Petalidi, Koroni, Finikounda,Methoni, Pylos and Gialova.

Visit Now.....

Polimnio

Apart from it's spectacular coastline, there are plenty of places to visit in Messinia. The castles of Methoni, Pylos and Koroni are a must see, as is Ancient Messini, a huge archaeological site that is still being excavated. Gorges, river walks, pools to swim in, mountains to climb. They are all here, in this beautiful location. Get here before it's too late.

I have written seperate pages on these places in Messinia:

Stoupa
Pilos
Koroni
Chrani
Gialova
Filiatra
Trachila
Finikounda
Methoni

Pros and Cons

Pros:Stunning scenery and superb beaches
Cons:Too Many "foreigners" moving in.....
In a nutshell:Lots of scope for exploring

Last visit to Prefecture of Messinia: May 2008
Intro Updated Jun 20, 2008
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And The Rest Of The Beaches..... Favorites (2)

Just west of Kalamata is a great long swathe of sand, reaching nearly as far as Petalidi. There is the odd camp site... more travel advice

West Coast Beaches of Messinia Favorites (2)

Messinia has many fantastic beaches, you really are spoilt for choice. In 2007, we concentrated on the west coast, being... more travel advice

Fairytale castle through the melon fields - Prefecture of Messinia

Castle of the Fairytales Off The Beaten Path (5)

Or it's proper name: Kastro ton Paramythion. This is an amazing sight, quite hard to believe your own eyes!! It was... more travel advice

Voidokilia Beach Things to Do (10)

This is the beach everyone raves about. Yes, it's pretty, yes it's out of the way but it no longer remains a secret.... more travel advice

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angiebabe Apr 11, 2008 at 4:05 PM

Thanks for yr Peniche visit - a lot of nice photos here.
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Grecofilly Jan 30, 2008 at 1:14 AM

we visited in 2005 and had the site to ourselves. We literally watched archaeologists revealing "History" The little museum is also worth a visit and Arcadian Gate amazing Will definitely go back there to see what progress has been made.
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SLLiew Sep 24, 2007 at 6:49 AM

Another page of stunning photography. Thanks for sharing. SL :)
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SWFC_Fan Apr 28, 2007 at 12:49 PM

Not long now until you're back in the Peloponnese! May is my favourite month for visiting Greece - just as the season is beginning. Another hidden gem here that I'll have to visit some day!