Messenia Prefecture, Regional district in southwest Peloponnese, Greece
Messenia Prefecture spans 2,154 square kilometers of terrain, containing mountains, coastal regions, fertile plains, and the capital city of Kalamata.
The region experienced multiple conflicts during ancient times, including the Messenian Wars when Sparta conquered the territory and reduced inhabitants to helots.
The regional unit preserves numerous fortified castles, including Methoni and Koroni, along with the Mycenaean palace of Nestor and Ancient Messene archaeological site.
Kalamata International Airport connects the prefecture with major European cities, while an extensive network of roads links coastal towns to mountain villages.
The Gialova lagoon within the prefecture functions as a crucial Mediterranean stopping point for migratory birds and houses a population of African chameleons.
Location: Peloponnese Region
Capital city: Kalamata
GPS coordinates: 37.16667,22.00000
Latest update: May 26, 2025 21:25
Mystras
34.2 km
Taygetus
32.4 km
Temple of Apollo Epicurius in Bassae
30.6 km
Apidima Cave
64.3 km
Church of Hagia Theodora
20.9 km
Zanes
61.9 km
Palace of Nestor
31.2 km
Griffin Warrior Tomb
31.1 km
Cave of Caiada
31.3 km
Diros cave
67.9 km
Monastery of Panayia Yiatrissa
49.4 km
Voidokilia beach
37.5 km
Pylos
31.2 km
Itomi
6.9 km
Methoni Castle
47.1 km
Archaeological site of Mystra
34.2 km
Voulkano Monastery
5.2 km
Old Navarino Castle
38.3 km
Agia Sofia church (Mystras)
34.1 km
Polylimnio waterfalls
24.2 km
Pantanassa Monastery
34.4 km
Lepreon
39 km
Bay of Navarino
38.3 km
New Navarino Fortress
39.4 km
Archaeological Site of Ancient Messene
7.2 km
Nichoria
19.8 km
Peribleptos Monastery
34.6 km
Tsakona Arch Bridge
14.6 kmReviews
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