So, these are a lot of pictures. I'm sorry, but I didn't want to leave anything out! The archeological site at Mystras is the ruins of a city (churches, a castle and all) sitting at the edge of Sparta amongst the mountains. The focus of the site is the remains of the Byzantine style churches which has been restored inside and out. True to style, the red tile octagonal ad hexagonal roofs stand out in the scenery of the Peloponesse. The churches open up into large domed ceilings filled with colorful frescoes depicting images of Christ. The integration of thinly sliced brick mixed up between the stone was a playful surprise for the eye.
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