Kyparissia, the beautiful and stately capital of the Municipality of Trifylia in western Messinia, is a historic seaside town that charms every visitor with its unique dual personality and unsurpassed view of the vast blue of the Ionian Sea. The town is divided into the traditional Upper Town, a preserved settlement with stone mansions, narrow cobblestone streets and historic fountains crowned by the imposing Castle of the Giants (Kyparissia Fortress), and the modern Lower Town, which is bustling with life with a rich market, picturesque cafes and its lively port. Famous for its magnificent sunsets, Kyparissia is an ideal destination for any time of year, offering easy access to vast sandy beaches (such as Ai Lagoudis, Sani and Kartela) which are a refuge for the sea turtle Caretta caretta, while it is strategically located for excursions to the Neda River, Ancient Olympia and the Temple of Apollo Epicurius.
