Cape Tenaron Hiking, Mani
Activity Description
Cape Tainaron separates the eastern Laconian Gulf from the Messenian Gulf in the west. It is said that it took its name from the mythical son of Zeus, Taenarus. In this region, a network of caves was believed to be the entrance to Hades, the gate to the Underworld. It has been an important place for thousands of years as a Nekromanteion operated there and the dead were believed to rise from the Underworld, in order to answer questions asked by the living ones!
The tour is offering a breathtaking view of the Aegean Sea. Following the pathway from Kokkinogeia village, you will see on your way the archaeological evidence of the ancient Greek temples. The path brings you to Cape Tainaron, with its beautiful lighthouse. From this spot you can admire the view of the open horizon and, when the atmosphere is clear, you can even see the shores of Africa.