Monemvasia, Medieval fortress town in Peloponnese, Greece
The monolithic stone island rises 198 meters from the sea, connected to the mainland by a causeway with limestone walls extending across the landscape.
In the 6th century, residents of ancient Sparta relocated to this strategic point, establishing a fortified settlement that became a significant Mediterranean maritime center.
The Church of Elkomenos Christos contains Byzantine architectural elements, marble thrones, and ecclesiastical treasures within its stone walls in the lower town.
The castle town contains numerous guest houses, restaurants, and shops within its medieval walls, accessible only through a single entrance gate.
The fortress earned the name Gibraltar of the East due to its identical geological formation to the rock of Gibraltar, featuring a single access point.
Address: Greece
GPS coordinates: 36.68760,23.05603
Latest update: March 5, 2025 19:27
The Peloponnese peninsula contains ancient theaters, medieval castles, Byzantine ruins, and natural wonders. The region features waterfalls at Polylimnio and Neda, the UNESCO site of Ancient Olympia, and the fortress of Monemvasia. Mountains, caves, and coastal areas provide opportunities for outdoor exploration.
Church of Agia Sofia
270 m
Zarax
11.4 km
Monemvasia Mosque
72 m
Kastania Cave
16.9 km
Church of Elkomenos Christos (Monemvasia)
34 m
Gerakas port
11.3 km
Church of Agios Nikolaos
372 m
Naos Panagias Myrtidiotissas
60 m
Cape Maleas Lighthouse
29.4 km
Gythio Lighthouse
43.5 km
Church of Agios Antonios (Monemvasia)
133 m
Panaghia Chrisaffitisa
102 m
Moudari Lighthouse
35.4 km
Church of Pantanassa, Pantanassa
12.4 km
Potamos community bridge
44 km
Chalasmata 6th c. basilica
20.8 km
Simos beach
24.8 km
Pyrgos Tzanetaki
43.7 km
Pori beach
4.7 km
Tower of Palia Monemvasia
5 km
East Wall of Lower town of Monemvasia
154 m
Gytheion Port
44.1 km
Palaiochora Castle
43.6 km
Castle of Reichea
18.1 km
Church of Koimiseos Theotokou, Apidea
31.8 km
Bust of Stylianos Mavomichalis, Gytheio
44.4 km
Church of Agios Georgios, Skala
38.5 km
Bust of Ioannis Tsingounis, Skala
39.3 kmReviews
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