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Syngrou Square is located near the end of the main road of Methoni – you will see it in on your left, just before you enter the Venetian castle. The centre of the square is dominated by a Venetian well which was built during the second period of Venetian Rule, between 1686 and 1715, as we read on the relevant sign created by members of the Association of Friends of the Castle of Methoni. The well is 2.60 m (8.5 ft) in diameter. Its present depth is measured at 4 m (13 ft). It was particularly important during the days of the castle’s occupation and thus, extremely protected by the locals. There are plenty of references to its existence with the name “Azimo” (Άζυμο). Additional reference is found in the texts of a Turk traveller (“Travelling around Greece”, 1668 – 1671).
Syngrou School
At the one end of the square, you will find the building that is shown in the above picture. It is preserved in good condition to the present day. It used to function as the elementary school of the area and was a donation made by Andreas Syngros to the town of Methoni.