Messolongi Sights

  1. Garden of the Heroes

    Just beyond the Gate of Exodus is the Garden of the Heroes , translated incorrectly as 'Heroes' Tombs' on the road sign. This memorial garden was established on the orders of the first governor of Greece following independence, Yiannis Kapodistrias. A small statue of Lord Byron features prominently in the garden. When Byron died, the Greeks were heartbroken at the loss of a British nobleman who had given his life for their freedom.

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  2. Museum of History & Art

    The Museum of History & Art is dedicated to the revolution and has a collection of Byron memorabilia. Bone up on your War of Independence history beforehand in order to get a feel for the full importance of these historic events.

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