The capital of Lassithi is Saint Nikolas (or just Saint for the locals) and is located on the west side of the bay of Mirabello. The name of the region comes from the Byzantine church, of the same name, which replaced the earlier name, Mantraki.
In the southeastern side of Peloponnese stands, full of pride, the immense fortress of Methoni and occupies the whole cape. In this small peninsula is a small town, which had been fortified since ancient times and was famous for its port.| 1|2|3|4|5| |