Pylos
The pretty messianic harbor of Pylos is located on the southwestern tip of the Peloponnese. It is located 50 km from Kalamata and 11 km from Methoni and is unduly one of the most attractive coastal cities in Greece. It is built in an amphitheater on a hill above the Gulf of Navarino. In the center of the port is a rock with breakwaters, known as Marathonisi or Chelonaki. This stone is the historic island of Sfaktiri. Pylos has bright colors, snow-white two-story houses with flower-filled courtyards. Arcade streets make you think that you were taken to the island. The main square is located on the seafront. It is surrounded by pastry shops, it has two big cannons and is protected by intense, centuries-old flat trees. The ancient city of Pylos was often mentioned in history and mythology. The current city was built in 1829, according to the plans of the French architects General Meson.
The fortress TurkoVenetika, known as Neokastro, dominates the western part of the city. One of the most attractive in the Peloponnese, it is called to distinguish it from the ancient fortress in the south-west, called Paliokastro or Palionavarino. The fortress was built by a Turk in 1573 and restored by the French after the Battle of Navarino. On the south side of the ramparts, its towers enhance the protection of the wall. From here there is an amazing view of the bay. The hexagonal fort forms an inner bastion, and the cricket tweet replaces the battle and the roar of canons of firing. The museum to the left of the entrance sells gifts and souvenirs.
Battle of the Navarinskaya Bay
Pylos was the site of the battle of Navarino, which could not even be a battle. In fact, this was the result of what British King George IV called a "terrible mistake." However, this was a turning point in the war for the independence of Greece. 26 British, French and Russian fleets under the command of Admiral Cordington took a position around Pylos Bay on October 28, 18 27 and accidentally "sank 53 Ibrahim Pashas' ships, which united the Turkish, Egyptian and Tunisian fleets.
Although this was supposed to be a warning that the Turkish ships would leave the bay. At first glance, the ship of the canon of the Allied ships, he called the response signal of the Turkish-Egyptian fleet. The end result was that those ships that were lost still still exist and are visible in clear waters. Thus, the Peloponnese was liberated, and the Peloponisos became the nation of modern Greece.
Sfaktira Island
The medieval fortress of Paliokastro rises above the magnificent cliffs on the north side of the island. An underground passage connects it to the cave of Nestor, where, it is supposed, the king of Pylos must shelter his cattle. At the foot of the fortress there is a memorial monument in memory of 540 French sailors who died there in the Battle of Navarone.
Gialova and Vidakiliya
Gialova is a small, attractive village, typical of those found in Messinia. It is surrounded by fruit and olive trees and has several good beaches, including Golden Bay and Voidakilia. However, voidakilia is one of the most impressive in all of Greece. Voidokilia Bay with its sandy beach extends from the base of the old fortress. A dirt road leads to the Gialov Lagoon - one of the most important ecosystems of Greece. More than 250 species of birds inhabit this wide expanse of water. Dense vegetation provides cover for chameleons and tortoise loggers, while many species of fish thrive in safe waters. This is a favorite place for birds migrating from the north to sharpness in the reeds.
Nesterov Palace
Mycenaean Palace Nestor, one of the best preserved of all Mycenaean palaces. It stands on top of a hill among the sea of olive trees. It was one of the palaces of the hero of the Trojan Wars. There is a group of 3 buildings surrounded by high walls, which was built in the 13th century BC. The main building originally consisted of two floors, residential quarters and storerooms. The oldest stand of the building to the south-east and north-east lies in the ruins of a complex of workshops and more storerooms. Many of the frescoes and artifacts found here, including ceramics, jewelery, various objects of bronze and ivory, are now in the archaeological museum in nearby Chora.
