Diros Caves, Mani Peninsula

#summervacay Taking a boat through Diros Cave felt surreal—stalactites refracted in the dim light, stalagmites rose from the water like stone sentinels, and the silence echoed. The guide shared myths about the ancient Greeks hiding here during invasions. Floating along, I felt part of something primordial. It’s cool inside, which is a relief in summer, and the boat ride is smooth and enchanting. A peaceful, mystical subterranean contrast to sun-soaked beaches.