Andromonastiro
5 km southeast of the archaeological site of ancient Messenia, in a secluded, wooded ravine near the village of Petralona, there is the Transfiguration Monastery, also known as Andromonastiro. It has been very well preserved, including thanks to government support.
Ancient Messina
Ancient Messina, located at the foot of Mount Itoma, is one of the best preserved ancient architectural complexes in Greece. Founded in the 3rd century BC, the capital of Messinia has become a significant cultural center.
Arcadian Gate
Ancient Messina has been preserved much better than other ancient Greek cities. The Arcadian Gate was a fortified and well-guarded entrance to it. They are dilapidated portals — internal and external with a courtyard
Source of the Clepsydra
The ancient source of Clepsydra was mentioned by the ancient geographer of the 2nd century Pausanias. According to him, the Kuretes, who kidnapped the baby Zeus from his father Kronos, bathed the little god in one of the Messina springs.