Kyparissia Attractions
The Messenian town of Kyparissía, chief town of the district of Trifylia, lies near the west coast of the Peloponnese on the slopes of Mt Psykhró (218m/715ft).
In antiquity this was the port of Messene. During the Middle Ages it was known as Arkadiá, having provided a home for refugees from Slav-occupied Arcadia. Its castle has a history going back to ancient times, and in later centuries was enlarged and strengthened by the Byzantines and the Crusaders, who captured it in 1204; it is commandingly situated, with extensive views. The town was destroyed by Ibrahim Pasha in 1825 during a punitive expedition against the rebellious Greeks.
In antiquity this was the port of Messene. During the Middle Ages it was known as Arkadiá, having provided a home for refugees from Slav-occupied Arcadia. Its castle has a history going back to ancient times, and in later centuries was enlarged and strengthened by the Byzantines and the Crusaders, who captured it in 1204; it is commandingly situated, with extensive views. The town was destroyed by Ibrahim Pasha in 1825 during a punitive expedition against the rebellious Greeks.
Kyparissia Surroundings
Filiatra - Vlahernia Festival
At Filiatra, 15km from Kyparissía, there is an annual arts festival in July. During the first ten days of the month the "Vlahernia" events take place and include theatrical and dance performances.
