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Cultural events
 Cities
all around the Peloponnese organize cultural activities throughout the
summer attracting many Greek visitors as well as foreign tourist. In May
29th starts the "Paleologiko" Festival at Mistras, which is combined with a
requiem mass in memory of Constantine Paleologos, the last of the Byzantine
emperors. The Epidaurus Festival is one the oldest and probably the best
institution in Greece promoting ancient Greek theatre. The plays are
presented at the much renown for its setting and its acoustic, ancient
theatre of Epidaurus.
 Patras is famous for its annual carnival (Jan.- Feb.),
which lends a particular folk atmosphere to the city and attracts
enthusiasts from every part of the world, as it is the world's biggest non-commercial
celebration. The international Patras Arts Festival takes place from July to
September on an annual theme featuring music from classical to jazz, art
exhibitions, theatre and other events. During July at the district of
Messinia several cultural events take place. The most prominent are the
events of "Vlahernia" festival at the town of Filiatra, which features
dances groups and theatrical plays. At the capital Kalamata is organized an
annual documentary film festival and a traditional folk festival, which is
held in the towns medieval castle. Finally in mid-August, at the resort of
Gythion, in the district of Laconia is held a festival, which includes
ancient drama.
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