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Wedding gate in the middle of nowhere

A footbridge leads from the waterfront to this charming church, which is unfortunately closed. Next to the church is a notice board with many photos of the local fishermen.

This exceptional site boasts an undeveloped golden sand beach (2025 m) and a few fish taverns along the water's edge, with tables and chairs on the sand. Nearby is the magnificent Byzantine chapel of Agia Varvara.

The Tzannetakis' Tower was built in 1829, on an area of ​​875 square meters, on the island of Kranai. It is the traditional stone, three-story tower of the chieftain and the third “beis” of Mani Tzannetakis Grigorakis (1785-1868). Tzannetakis Grigorakis took part in the Revolution of 1821, leading the siege of Monemvasia and was appointed its first guard-master. The ancestor of former Prime Minister Giannis Tzanetakis offered the building to the State in 1977. After being renovated by EOT, the Tower (designated a historical preserved monument) houses the Historical and Ethnological Museum. It is an excellent example of traditional Mani architecture. Since 1993, the permanent exhibition entitled "Travelers to Mani: 15th-19th Century" has been hosted at the Museum of History and Ethnology of the National Hellenic Research Foundation of Modern Greek Studies Center (ETF). The exhibition is about the trips of seventy foreign travelers to the region of Mani over five centuries. Vincenzo Maria Coronelli and Elvia Celebi, great geographers and travelers, were among them. Visitors can see a significant number of items, from manuscripts, historical relics, artworks, engravings, rare maps and old editions of various forms from the Renaissance to the 19th century. The museum also houses the work of the French Scientific Mission to Moria at a critical time for the newly established Greek state, between 1829-1832. In addition to the permanent exhibition, periodic thematic exhibitions are organised in connection with similar events in the area. Near the Tower of Tzannetakis are the old boatyard, the Lighthouse of Gythio and the chapel of Saints Peter and Paul, located at the small Halkitsa beach.

The Maniots were a militant, independence- and freedom-loving people. They were never conquered.

House from the Ottoman period. Mani was never conquered by the Ottomans, but rather an agreement was reached between freedom, independence, and tribute to the Ottomans.

The town's name is derived from the Greek god of war, Ares, which reflects the fierce and proud past of its inhabitants. Areopoli is known for its traditional architecture, characterized by stone tower houses, narrow cobbled streets, and charming squares. These gray limestone houses with small windows and robust construction are typical of the Mani and reflect the defensive attitude of the Maniots, who had to fend off attacks for centuries.

The absolute must-see on Elafonisos is definitely Simos Beach. Simos Beach, with its almost white sand, stretches for approximately 1,300 meters and is rightly considered one of the most beautiful beaches in Greece. The super-fine sand, with its dunes and crystal-clear water, which offers almost every shade of green and blue, is reminiscent of Caribbean beaches. This impressive beach experience can get very crowded during peak season.