Kardamili is a small Greek town on the southern coast of the Peloponnese (Western Mani, Messinia), about 35 km from Kalamata town and 6 km from the village Stupa. The history of this settlement has had since time immemorial. In Homer's "Illiade" Kardamili is mentioned as one of the seven cities that legendary Mycenaean king Agamemnon offered to Achilles, so he became his ally in the Trojan war.
Kardamili is considered one of the most beautiful areas of the Peloponnese. This beautiful seaside town nestled on the picturesque slopes of the hills, among the wild olive groves and majestic cypress trees, which in combination with rising above the horizon the snow-white peaks of the mountain range of Taygetos are stunning panoramic views.
Today Kardamyli with its charming stone houses, lush gardens, a historic centre with fairly well preserved medieval buildings, small cosy harbour and fantastic beaches of Kalamitsi, Ritsa, Galicia, SALIS and Neo Proastio) has become a very popular resort with well-developed tourist infrastructure.
Among the most interesting sights Kardamili it is worth noting the impressive Church of Agios Spyridon and the old castle. Neighborhood same Kardamili as if created for lovers of nature and long walks. Near Kardamili and begins leading to the foot of the mountain of Profitis Ilias (the highest peak in the mountain range of Taygetos) incredibly picturesque gorge of Viros, the length of which is about 20 km to Diversify your vacation you can also visit Ition, Areopolis and the underground caves of Diros.
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