You tender into Gythion where you will find the main square with its cafes and restaurants off to the left. The main street, which runs parallel to the harbor, will be straight ahead of you.

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Gythion is a town in the prefecture of Laconia in Greece, long known as the seaport of Sparta some 40 km away. Gytheio used to be an important port for many centuries until it was destroyed by an earthquake. Today it is the largest and most important town in Mani. It is also the capital of the municipality of Gytheio.

Gytheio is well known for its delicious sea food and for the city's large number of very attractive women.

Most attractions in Gythion are within reasonable walking distance.

Taxis are metered, but rates with waiting time are obviously subject to negotiation.

The islet Kranae is a must-visit and it is said that Helen and Paris spent one night in the islet on their way to Troy. In Kranae, you can find the traditional tower of Tzanetakis. The tower houses Mani's Ethnological Museum.

Gythio's most popular beach is the Mavrovouni Beach Resort. It is 1.2 miles south of the town and is 3.6 miles long. Overcrowding is not a problem because of the beach's size. It is rare to find pebbles in the area since the white sand is its best feature. Windsurfing is a favorite activity of the locals and visitors alike.

There are no big shopping centers in Gythion and most of the stores are family-owned. Popular local products include virgin olive oil, oranges, figs, lemon trees and mulberries.

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