Gytheio ( formerly Γύθειον, Gýtheion – also transliterated Gythio, Githeio, Githio, or Yithion)'s a town in the prefecture of Laconia in Greece, long known as the seaport of Sparta some 40 km away. Gytheio used to be an important port for many centuries until it was destroyed by an earthquake. Today it's the largest and most important town in Mani. It's also the capital of the municipality of Gytheio. Nearest Places South: Mavrovouni. West: Rach… (More on Gytheio)