Inside the Mani

The area of the southern Peloponnese known as ‘the Mani’ is a special place.

Its location on the fringes of southern Europe, its turbulent history and its rugged, natural beauty all combine to give the visitor an unforgettable experience.

Inside the Mani provides everything you could want to know about this fascinating area through a range of publications – a definitive guide book, an annual magazine and a walking guide, all now available on-line.

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The Guide Book

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The ultimate resource for any visitor to the area. 200 full-colour pages cover every inch of the Mani with over 500 colour photos clearly illustrating the text. Background information in the introduction details the area's history as well as providing an overview on tower houses and feuds, churches and their frescos and visitors who have come to the Mani and written about their experiences. The body of the guide is colour-coded, section by section to make it quicker to find a particular place. Each section, as well as having its own colour, has a road map and a brief introduction summarising the main characteristics of that area. There are 10 circular walks at the back of the book, spread out throughout the peninsula, again with maps to compliment.

If you want just one day out in a hired car to get a feel for the Deep Mani, or you want to embark on a detailed study of Byzantine churches, or want to take a jeep up into the mountains or find a secluded cove on the east coast, then the answers will be found in the book. There is also an accommodation section for the independent traveller.

introduction on history, tower houses and church frescoes
user-friendly - eight, colour-coded sections help quickly plan an itinerary
road maps for each section
detailed village maps, including Stoupa and Kardamyli
over 450 colour photos
9 circular walks throughout the area, varying in difficulty
accommodation section for the independent traveller

ISBN: 960-631-307-7
978-960-631-307-3

Kalamata. Capital of Messinia and world renowned for its famous olives.
Inside Kalamata is intended for both the transient visitor and the full-time resident. Whether you are looking to furnish a new house or simply want to find an Internet café, the Directory will provide the answer. Through detailed, colour-coded maps, finding the precise location of the business you require is made effortless. On top of this, the book provides a guide to the town’s museums and other places of interest, as well as outlining her history.

The front fold out map divides the town into seven colour blocks to make locating a particular business simple. This map will also guide you through Kalamata if you have arrived at the airport and are heading into the Mani
The back fold out map gives a close-up of the town centre
Each business has their own detailed map, which gives street names and one-way systems where appropriate
The Food and Drink Guide locates over seventy bars, cafes and restaurants throughout the town. Deciding where to go for an evening meal or how to order a pizza could not be easier
As well as a guide to museums and places of interest, the Directory also has articles on the local football team and a summary of locally produced wines

The Annual Magazine

Through its editorial our intention is to provide the reader with a balance of hard facts about the area as well as articles of a more anecdotal nature. In terms of advertising, “the things to do” variety range from boat trips to a local holistic centre. Equally, the support given by local business's in terms of advertising make it easier to quickly get a flavour for what kind of tavernas and bars exist in the area- if you want a taverna that specialises in fish or are seeking somewhere off the beaten track then a quick skim through the adverts should answer most questions. It is also hoped that the magazine can be kept as a resource for such things as booking a car for next year, booking an excursion for this year or even buying a house- all the relevant contact details are inside. The advertisers maps for both Stoupa and Kardamyli help locate specific businesses quickly.

The Walking Guide
	10 walks local to Kardamyli, Stoupa and Agios Nikolaos. Wherever possible, no transport is required. Maps are provided to guide you through villages and to find places of interest en route, with special reference to churches and tower houses. A mix of walks in terms of difficulty ensures that there should be something for everyone.



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orchids	towers

stoupa	walks

frescos	visitors

quiz	myths