The site of ancient Messini was the former capital of the area founded in 371BC. It is north west of Kalamata in a beautiful location with a well preserved stadium and amphitheatre. It is not so well known as some of the other sites and had very few people. There is a small museum with several statues. Well worth visiting.
Stadium and gymnasium at Messini 
Statue of Isis Pelagia (protector of sailors) 
Marble statue of a priestess 
Amphitheatre at Messini
