By Duality
The castle was founded during the Byzantine period, but the ruins we see today date from the 13th century when major reconstruction work was undertaken during the reign of Godefroid I Villeardouin, the Frankish prince who founded the principality of Achaia. It remained in the Villeardouin family from 1205 until 1322. It is in the northwest of Kalamata, on a rocky hill above the river Nedontas. This is a lively part of city life thanks to the small park, the theatre that was built in 1950 and the cultural events held here.
Photos : VrioPhoto – Vrionis Vasilis
