Kalamata – Kissamos
Ferry to Crete
Kalamata – Kissamos
Ferry to Crete
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Kalamata is the second most populous city of Peloponnese peninsula in southern Greece. Situated at the apex of Messinian Bay and the foot of Mount Taygetos, Kalamata is an ideal location for exploring the secrets of Messinia.
Apart from the indented shores, sandy beaches, forested mountains and fertile valleys, the natural beauty of Kalamata coexists with significant historical and cultural sights: the legendary Villehardouin castle on a pine-covered hill overlooking the sea; the exquisite Old City at the foot of the castle; and the Church of the Ypapandi which suffered great damage during the 1985 earthquake. Wandering in the alleys of Kalamata’s historical centre will revive images from the past and reveal buildings that have resisted time.
The coastal area of Kalamata bustles with life during summer, with the long coastline filled with people sunbathing during the day, and with young people filling up the clubs at night. The port of Kalamata was once a significant port that connected all the Mediterranean centres, and was the centre of the town’s commercial and industrial development.
Kissamos, also known as Kastelli Kissamou, is a small town and municipality in the west of the Greek island of Crete, at the northwest end of the island. The city is now also a port and fishing harbour, with a regular ferry operating from the Peloponnese via Kythira.
On first sight, Kissamos doesn’t look like a town full of fascinating things to do, but the truth is quite opposite. Kissamos is actually a town surrounded by beautiful landscape with excellent climate and sunshine most of the year. The town is built along a wonderful sandy beach and located where the ancient city of Kissamos stood. With its attractive little harbour, lots of shops and cafeterias along the seafront, a long history and a lively atmosphere, this small town is actually quite a busy place.
However, Kissamos is not a busy tourist resort. Its development is mainly based on its wine and oil production, as well as its agricultural products.
