The Well at Meligalas
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A somber memorial at the site where hundreds of prisoners and civilians were executed in the aftermath of World War II.

šŸ“œ This site in Meligalas, Messinia, Greece, serves as a somber memorial to hundreds of prisoners and civilians executed after World War II.
šŸ” It represents one of the darkest chapters in Greek history, marking the early stages of the Greek Civil War. Features a monument, ossuary, chapel, memorial wall, well, and a field with crosses.

Why Go

šŸ›ļø Learn about a significant historical atrocity
šŸ•Šļø Reflect on the impact of war and civil conflict
šŸ“ Visit a site of national importance in Greece

Why Avoid

šŸ˜” Experience a somber and emotionally heavy atmosphere

šŸ…æļø Parking Off-road parking available.

Location Approximately 31 kilometers from Kalamata, on the village road linking Meligalas with Neochori.

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