The railway park, at the end of Aristomenous Street, is a pleasant surprise. It is the only open museum of this kind, where train engines and train cars of different time periods are placed in harmony in a green landscape. This place is a recreation ground for children and adults.
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The small but historic Church of the Holy Apostles stands in Kalamata’s old town and is closely associated with the outbreak of the Greek War of Independence in 1821. Architecturally, it combines a 12th-century Byzantine core with later additions, including a larger western section and bell tower. Inside, fragments of medieval frescoes survive.
Uniforms and war material since 1821 to present days. Some armored vehicles are located in the courtyard
is a beautiful building of the Venetian-type built in 1742, where many interesting archaeological findings are exhibited, including a mosaic from Koroni that represents scenes from the worship of Bacchus.
is housed in a small restored building. Visitors can see objects that date back to the Revolution of 1821, as well as read detailed information about the agricultural and productive life of Messinian inhabitants during the last century.
Ναός Υπαπαντής του Σωτηρος
built in the 19th century in a Byzantine-style, is a grandiose temple dedicated to the city's protector.
built beside the castle in the 18th century, you will also learn about the ongoing Byzantine tradition of weaving pure silk on “lakkoi” (looms).