Mystras in Greece, Peloponnese resort
Rating: 7,7/10 (1104 votes)  This city on the slopes of Zavato, lying 8 kilometers west of Sparta, is one of the main historical monuments of Laconia. This fortress city was founded in 1249 by the ruler of the Achaean principality and the fourth prince of Morea, Guillaume II of Villardouin ... But already in 1262, the Franks were expelled from these places by the Byzantines, and by the 14th century this city had become the last fragment of Byzantium in Greek territory, the main intellectual and cultural center of the entire region. Mystra was ruled by the brother or son of the Basileus of Constantinople. In 1460, only 7 years after the fall of the Byzantine Empire, the keys to the city were transferred by Demetrios Palaeologus to Sultan Mehmet II. In this ancient city you can see only tourists – all cafes, hotels and restaurants are concentrated in a small town next to the ruins – in Neo-Mystras. The territory of the city of Mystra is open in summer from 8 am to 8 pm, and in winter from 8 am to 2 pm. The city is divided into three parts: the `` Castle '', built by the Franks, the `` Upper City '' (Ano-Hora), located around the palace, and the `` Lower City '' (Kato Hora) with very beautiful churches. The main city attractions are:
The oldest temple in the city – Metropolis, was built during the reign of Palaeologus between 1270 and 1292.   We also recommend reading Monastery of Michael the Archangel in Montenegro, Tivat resort Topic: Mystras in Greece, Peloponnese resort. |
