About The Area
At the southernmost tip of Europe, the Mani peninsula is a remote corner of Greece with a rich history. It's an arid region with a rough edge, full of ancient stone houses, Byzantine churches, coves and caves.
Mani is a 'closed' society, ruled for centuries through lines of blood. Perched on the slopes of the Taygetos Mountains and on alert for invasions over centuries, the people of Mani have developed a strong sense of autonomy.
Mani is famous for its olive oil due to stony terrain, and traditional maniot cuisine is simple, hearty yet delicious. Must tries are Tyropita, cheese pie, and Syglino, traditional cedar & sage slow-smoked pork.
Areopoli, the local town, is the historical capital of Mani. It was where the revolution to eliminate Ottoman domination began in 1821. 'Areopoli' means the city of Ares, the Greek god of war.
Coming down from Areopoli to the sea is the beautiful fishing village of Limeni, where there are crystal-clear waters and a handful of fish tavernas.
For all the days along the way