What to do in South Peloponnes in the Mani-Peninsula:
1. visit the Seaside Village Kardamili
Visit the stone made Kardamili, walk in the paved alleys and admire its Towers and Tower houses. Don’t forget to visit the byzantine church of Saint Spyridonas, and the tombs of Dioskouroi which are carved on the rock. If you are in Mani on the 15th of August, you should attend the traditional festival that is held every year.
2. Stoupa
The natural beauty of Stoupa, in combination with its golden beach makes it the perfect destination for every visitor.
3. Agios Nicolas or Selinitsa
The picturesque fishing village, which is only 1 km away from the premises of Anaxo Resort, is a popular destination for those who seek simplicity and peacefulness. Around the scenic port, which is today used as a resting point for fishing boats, you will find fish taverns, cafes and bars that will offer you high quality services.
4.Katafygi Cave
Near Agios Nicolas, on the road to Trahila, lies the Cave Katafygi. The shells and bones that were found there show that the Cave was used as a place of living and worship. The impressive entrance with the huge marble plates, was in the past the outfall of the river which flowed through it, carving halls and canals on the marble. As we walk in the cave, we enjoy the magnificent decorations with beautiful combinations on the roof, the floor and the walls.
5. The charming Diros Caves
It is characterized as the most beautiful lake cave in the world. The only accessible to visitors part of the cave is Vlyhada, inside which there have been found petrified bones of a panther, a hyena, a lion and a deer aged 2 million years. The route in the lake lasts for approximately 25 minutes, and then you have to walk for 10 more minutes. The impressive light, the colours and morphology of the stalagmites and stalactites that emerge from the water like white columns will charm you.
6. Mystras
The charming medieval castle town impresses during every season. Walking through the byzantine alleys, and searching for churches and other monuments is really enjoyable. Visiting the small museum is essential, while what is impressive is a show case ,with pieces of silk fabric and a hair strand ,that was found in a tomb in the northern hall of the Church of Agia Sofia and possibly belong to a noble woman of Mystras.
These 3 self-catering-holiday homes in South Peloponnese are located 5 minutes´walking distace from the seaside village A. Nikolaos/ Stoupa and its sandy beach. The 2-bedroom- maisonette-houses are built in 2 levels and accommodate up to 6 guests. To the international Airport Kalamata 40 km, to the Capital Athens 2,30 hours ´drive and 256 km from the Port of Patras.