Pylos-Nestoras covers southwest Messenia, including Pylos, Methoni and Koroni.
Navarino Bay is the site of the 1827 naval battle. Methoni’s Venetian castle extends into the sea, and Koroni has its own castle. The Mycenaean Palace of Nestor and Voidokilia beach near the Gialova lagoon are highlights.
Pylos-Nestoras is a coastal and inland municipality in southwest Messenia, and it combines myth, history and some of the best scenery in the Peloponnese. The Palace of Nestor, the best preserved Mycenaean palace in Greece, belongs to the Homeric world, while Navarino Bay was the site of the naval battle of 1827 that helped to secure Greek independence. Voidokilia, the horseshoe-shaped beach beside the Gialova lagoon, is regarded as one of the finest beaches in Greece, and the lagoon is a major stopover for migratory birds. Venetian castles stand at Methoni and Koroni, and the Ottoman fortress of Niokastro guards the bay. The town of Pylos is a pleasant base, with a square and waterfront. The area is ideal for a few days, mixing swimming with sightseeing. Visit in spring or autumn to avoid the heat and crowds.
A naval battle in 1827 during the Greek War of Independence.
Yes, Voidokilia is among the best known.
