Location and History
Finikounda is one of the most picturesque small towns in southern Greece and lies on the southwest part of the region of Messinia, in the Peloponnese. Its name,
Finikounda or Foinikounda or Finikounta or even Finikunda, most probably came from the ancient civilization of "Phoenicians", whose trading needs were being
served from Finikounda's little port.
Finikounda is mostly famous for the golden sandy beaches which are every year awarded with the European Blue Flag. Anemomylos and Lampes beaches are the most popular ones.
The Town
The town itself has been built amphitheatrically, right at the point where the beach ends, offering a spectacular view towards the Mediterannean sea.
The seafront is full of traditional taverns serving fresh fish caught by local fishermen. The area is also of great archaelogical and historical interest,
with a plethora of places to visit such as the castle of Methoni or the Nestor's palace in the city of Pylos.
Style
Finikounda is mainly considered an ideal place to relax and enjoy the hot and sunny summer days. At the same time, the guest is offered the
possibility to explore several water sport activities such as windsurfing and sailing. Although a famous tourist destination, Finikounda has
preserved its natural style and many places are still unexplored or non-commercialized and thus this makes it ideal for mountain biking or walking
on the untouched pathways.
Nightlife
Finikounda's nightlife is also very famous with many local night clubs and bars right next to the sea offering all kinds of drinks, beers and summer cocktails.
Culture
Finikounda is a great destination for cultural purposes as well. The local theatrical group often performs some of the most famous theatrical plays at the
small open theatre located by the port. During the summer, there is also a great book exhibition with a variety of international books to choose from.
FINIKOUNDA ACTIVITIES
There are plenty of outdoor activities that the visitor of Finikounda can explore such as swimming in the beautiful beaches of Messinia, visiting local
sites or even explore the nature.
Swimming and Sunbathing
If you are looking for a beach holiday, Finikounda is the right place for you, since this graphic little town is being surrounded by the most beautiful
beaches in the region of Messinia and some of the most beautiful ones in the entire country. All beaches are easily accessible and many of them within walking
distance from Panorama Resort.
Local sites
Greece is famous for its reach history, so your visit to Finikounda should definitely include some visits to the remnants of this historical place.
Finikounda's location is very convenient for that purpose as it lies within close distance from all the historical sites. Only 12km West of Finikounda,
you should explore the castle of Methoni, one of the biggest and most beautiful castles in Europe. Located 11.3km north of the city of Methoni, the historical
city of Pylos offers you plenty of sites to visit such as the Nestor's palace, Nestor's cave and the local Museum.
Water sports
If you are now looking for some action as well, then Finikounda has the ideal conditions for windsurfing, canoeing and sailing or you may even charter
a boat and go on a fishing expedition. At the end of the night, you may barbeque the fish you caught in Panorama's barbeque area, right next to the pool.
Nature
You should not leave Finikounda unless you first rent a mountain bike and explore the fantastic scenery of the old pathways through the hills and mountains.
You will get the chance to discover little traditional villages where people are friendly and hospitable.
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