Ταξιδιωτικός οδηγός της Hara Nioti
Φαγητό
Posidonia
Greek traditional homemade food
Ali restaurant
23 ArtemisiasReal Greek - Turkish cusine
Ο Νερομυλος της Ζιας
Very good "aerial" view of kos in a graphical place with traditional tastes
Ammos
25is MartiouA relaxed environment with ouzo, beer and varieties
Αξιοθέατα
Observatorium am Berg Dikeos
It is magical when the sun sets with Kalymnos in the shot
Therma Strand
Thermal springs in the sea
The volcano on the island of Nisyros is the youngest one in Greece. It is an active volcano as are the ones at Methana, on Milos Island and on Santorini Island. The oldest rock formations found around the entire island date back 160,000 years, while the youngest ones (prehistoric) 15,000 years. Most of Nisyros is mountainous, volcanic and very fertile. The island is composed of volcanic rock formations that were formed by previous volcanic activity.
Volcano view from emporios
The volcano on the island of Nisyros is the youngest one in Greece. It is an active volcano as are the ones at Methana, on Milos Island and on Santorini Island. The oldest rock formations found around the entire island date back 160,000 years, while the youngest ones (prehistoric) 15,000 years. Most of Nisyros is mountainous, volcanic and very fertile. The island is composed of volcanic rock formations that were formed by previous volcanic activity.
Near Antimachia, on the way to Kefalos, the traveler encounters Plaka, a natural park with "permanent" residents, peacocks. The forest of Plaka is a wonderful place to rest with beautiful exotic birds – especially friendly – with turtles and few squirrels. The forest is easily accessible, full of pine trees, with a spring where clear, cool water flows and with many paths for endless walks. Those who visit it will experience a uniquely relaxing and peaceful experience, since the sound of nature enchants.
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Plaka Forest
Near Antimachia, on the way to Kefalos, the traveler encounters Plaka, a natural park with "permanent" residents, peacocks. The forest of Plaka is a wonderful place to rest with beautiful exotic birds – especially friendly – with turtles and few squirrels. The forest is easily accessible, full of pine trees, with a spring where clear, cool water flows and with many paths for endless walks. Those who visit it will experience a uniquely relaxing and peaceful experience, since the sound of nature enchants.
City/town information
It is the capital of the island with museums and archaeological sites for lovers of Greek antiquity.
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Kos
It is the capital of the island with museums and archaeological sites for lovers of Greek antiquity.
Tipps für Reisende
Verkehrsmittel
A smart way to travel is by bicycle.
You can rent a bike, motorbike or even a car from the local rental companies.
Verkehrsmittel
Transfer to Nisyros from the port of Kardamena
Boats leave for Nisyros every day and return in the afternoon
Nicht verpassen
Κρασοτύρι (Winecheese)
Don't miss to try the local delicacy called "krasotyri" which is a sheep or goat milk cheese matured in wine lees
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Festivals part 1
Kos, the island of Hippocrates, has many remarkable festivals in which old customs and traditions are revived. At the festival of Agios Georgios on April 23 in Pyli, horse races are organized, on the same day in Asfendiou, in the woods, delicious local mezes are offered and on August 15 in Kefalos, the locals cook delicious boiled goat with pilaf for the festival goers.
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Festivals part 2
On June 29th, the day of the Holy Apostles, the sweet Fifteenth of August is spectacularly celebrated in Antimachia, on August 28th in Mastichari the feast of Saint John and on September 8th in Kardamena the Birthday of the Virgin is celebrated. Here is the "mug dance" one of the longest traditions of the island:
In Kos, festivals are organized in the summer, which concern typical local products or catches
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Festivals part 3
In the first week of August, the Wine Festival takes place in "Mastichari", while in the first fortnight of the same month, the Fish Festival and the Honey Festival take place in Kefalos and Antimachia respectively. In the first ten days of October, the Festival of Marida is organized in Kardamena and Halloween is brilliantly celebrated with parades of fancy floats in Antimachia and Pyli.