Messenia

The Cultural Center of Kalamata in the northwestern Peloponnese unveiled a permanent exhibition on Maria Callas on December 2, the day that, had the great Greek opera diva been alive, she would have turned 101 years old. It was a good day for the capital of Messinia and for the region, a homecoming of sorts, of a world-celebrated artist whose humble roots lay in the village of Neochori.

A new nationwide survey by Pulse showed ruling New Democracy maintaining a significant lead, with socialist PASOK solidifying its position in second place.

The leadership race in the socialist PASOK party and its implications for the center-left will dominate this week's political agenda as the party heads into a runoff election next Sunday.

Christos Papadimitriou, a well-known businessman from Kalamata, passed away at the age of 44, having recently fought a courageous battle for his life.

An earthquake measuring 3.1 on the Richter scale occurred near Methoni, off Messinia, at noon on Wednesday.

According to the Geodynamic Institute, the earthquake occurred at 12:32 p.m. and was centered 32 km south of Methoni, south-southwest of Strophades. The focal depth of the earthquake is estimated at 10 km.

In the minds of most, Messinia is often associated with its famous coastal landscapes of the southern Peloponnese, washed either by the Messinian Gulf or the Ionian Sea—featuring resorts like Finikounda, Instagram-worthy beaches like Voidokilia, the stunning Venetian castle of Methoni, or cities like Kalamata and Pylos, which are growing in popularity as summer vacation destinations.

From the Laconian and Messinian Mani to Argolis and the Corinthian Gulf, the Peloponnese coastline is filled with stunning beaches, scenic harbors, and charming villages. We've chosen three destinations that are ideal for an enjoyable weekend getaway.

Kitries, Messinia

Swimmers were confronted with a sad sight in the sea on Monday morning in the area of Almiros in Kalamata.

They found that a deer was found dead in the sea, with the cause of death not yet known.

The coast guard was immediately alerted, which in turn informed the OAK Messinia.

Kalyvia, Ilia has been in mourning since Friday afternoon, when the identities of victims of the shocking traffic accident, which occurred on the Pyrgos-Kyparissia highway, at the height of Elaia, were identified.

Unspoken tragedy occurred earlier at noon on Friday on the Pyrgos-Kyparissia highway, at the height of Elaia in Messinia, when the shocking traffic accident caused by a truck cut the thread of life to four people, includi