# Ancient Messene

> One of the largest and best-preserved ancient cities in Greece, with a stadium, theatre and long city walls. It sits in a green valley below Mount Ithomi, abo

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One of the largest and best-preserved ancient cities in Greece, with a stadium, theatre and long city walls. It sits in a green valley below Mount Ithomi, about 30 km north-west of Kalamata.

- **Nearest town:** Mavrommati, Greece
- **Category:** History & culture
- **GPS:** 37.1760, 21.9200

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