For culture buffs there is plenty to do around SaintFridays. Have a look at some highlights below...
Dance
Messenia is the home of the famous Kalamatioanos dance, whilst Kalamat hosts a world renowned dance festival every year.Kalamatianos: some information on the dance history and moves.
Kalamata Dance Festival: festival website.
Theatre
Kalamata offers both indoor and outdoor theatre (in the ancient amphitheatre).Municipal Theatre: details of Kalamata theatres.
Religion
The Byzantine churches of the Orthodox religion provide a living gallery of spectacular iconic art. Some highlights are...Church of the Metamorphosis: architecturally important church in western Messenia.
Agioi Apostoloi: church in Kalamata important during the War of Independance (scroll down to Old Town).
