Location: Messinia is a prefecture of Greece located in the southwestern Peloponnese. The capital of Messinia is Kalamata. The main areas of Messinia are Messini, Filiatra, Kyparissia, Gargaliani, Chora and Pylos.
Unique Features: Messinia prefecture is one of the most beautiful in Greece and in recent years it is one of the most up-and-coming tourist destinations.
The prefecture has an abundance of beautiful beaches with clear blue waters, imposing mountains and ancient monuments of world recognition. Messinia has two important marinas of Kalamata and Pylos which facilitates comfortable and safe anchoring.
In Messinia is located the luxury resort Costa Navarino which has gained a worldwide reputation offering its guests exciting experiences and high quality holidays. At the same time, this year a new hotel by W Hotels opened its doors in the bay of Navarino, increasing the prestige of the area.
Accessibility: Messinia can be reached by plane from Athens International Airport "Eleftherios Venizelos" to Kalamata State Airport. The prefecture can be accessed by car and there are regular routes connecting the capital of the prefecture with Thessaloniki, Athens, Sparta, Patras, Tripoli and other major cities of the surrounding prefectures.
Investment Opportunity: In recent years the investment interest of the region has increased significantly as large hotel units invest many millions making Messinia a magical tourist destination.