Koroni and Methoni occupy a strategic location, on the route around Peloponnese between Italy and the middle east.
The new town was built in the 19th century.
The fort was built by the Venetians in the 13th century.
Several houses and a monastery are now located inside the old fort.
The site was known in ancient times. Here: the foundations of the temple to Artemis, 6th century BC. The church was added in the Venetian times.
Overview of the monastery.
