The Castle of Methoni, built in 1209 by the Venetians, is a medieval fortification in the port town of Methoni, Messenia, which is located in southernmost point of the west coast of the Peloponnese.

Bridge to Methoni Castle

The entrance to the castle is accessed by a stone bridge of 14 arches which was built over the moat.

Part of the castle

View of Methoni Castle

View of Bourtzi (meaning tower)

Built by the Ottomans.
This small fortified islet has been fortified with an octagonal tower & is protected by the sea on its three sides.
This is the place where many soldiers & inhabitants of Methoni were slaughtered, during the Turkish occupation of the fort in 1500. It served as a prison & torture chamber.

Methoni Beach

Enjoying a swim overlooking the castle of Methoni

Photos taken with Samsung Galaxy S7 Edge

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