Methoni, Pylos-Nestoras: A City Of Vine Trees
Methoni, Pylos-Nestoras is a village in the municipal of Pylos-Nestoras, formerly part of the municipality in Messenia, Peloponnese. The village is surrounded by several islands, which form a natural protection for the village’s harbor. The name of the village may be derived from the mythical rock, Mothona, in which the Italians or the Venetians derived the named they call it by, Mothone. Homer defines the village as a town of vine leaves, mostly because of its greenery. Methoni, Pylos-Nestoras is a home to so many architectural and historical ruins and buildings that radiate the ancient Greek civilization. The nearest airport is in Kalamata, Greece, Kalamata International Airport (KLX).
Best Time to Visit
Methoni, Pylos-Nestoras is best visited during fine and pleasant weather. Months from June to August are the best time to take a tour around Methoni to experience the best weather; however, Methoni, Pydna-Nestoras, Greece hotel rates are higher than usual. September to November experiences fair and moderate weather which is nice when in the village.
What to Do & Area Attractions
There are popular sites located just near the village, one of which is Ancient Messene, which is an archaeological site that contains ruins and monuments of the ancient Greek city, preserving its elements that show the old Greek way of life. It overlaps the modern city of Messene. Aside from the historic value Methoni, Pylos-Nestoras radiates, there are also some natural beauties it possess. The Almyros Beach is located just close to Agios Nikolaos town where one can enjoy and relax under green palm trees, warm sand, and tropical blue waters. Hotel Giota in Methoni offers a perfectly simple hotel with a wonderful view of the village town and fountain square. Tsokas Hotel is also a great nearby option for an accommodation for its close proximity to the Anemomylos Beach and its modern rooms with fully furnished facilities.