Category: Dodecanese

There are many different Dodecanese islands to visit as a tourist in Greece. The most popular tourist destinations are Rhodes, Kos and Patmos.

Rhodes

Rhodes is the largest of the Dodecanese islands and is a very popular tourist destination. It has a large medieval town which is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. There are many other sights and attractions to see on Rhodes such as the Palace of the Grand Master, the Acropolis of Lindos and the Valley of the Butterflies.

Kos

Kos is another popular Dodecanese island which is known for its beaches and resorts. Other sights to see on Kos include the Castle of Neratzia, the ruins of the ancient city of Kos and the Tree of Hippocrates.

Patmos

Patmos is a small island which is home to the Monastery of Saint John the Theologian. This monastery is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and is one of the most important Byzantine monuments.

Other sights to see on Patmos include the Cave of the Apocalypse, where Saint John is said to have received his visions, and the ruins of the ancient city of Ierapetra.

Each island has its own unique sights and attractions.

Vathy – in Kefalonia

Vathy, located within the Greek prefecture of Kefalonia, is considered to be one of the largest natural harbors of the world. This city is the capital of Ithaca and is a very attractive destination tourists should always consider when visiting Greece. Vathy is very interesting from the point of view of architecture and history as well as it offers beautiful natural landscapes and spots.

The history of Simi

Simi is a small Greek island that belongs to the Dodecanese archipelago, in the Aegean Sea. This island of around 58 km2 and 2500 inhabitants, can be found at about 430 kilometers from the port of Athens and about 40 kilometers from Rhodes, and is one of the most attractive and charming spots tourists could visit in this region of Greece.

Pothia – the capital of Kalymnos

Pothia is the capital town of the Greek island of Kalymnos, in the Dodecanese archipelago. This town consists on an important number of houses, churches, restaurants, and a variety of other constructions built around the main harbor of the island, in such a way that, when approaching it from the sea, tourists can enjoy a very attractive sight.

Patmos and the Book of the Apocalypse

Patmos is a small charming island part of the Greek Dodecanese archipelago, in the Aegean Sea. This island is famous as a pilgrimage destination due to the fact that it was mentioned in the Book of Revelation. According to the Christian scriptural Book of Revelation, Patmos was where Saint John the Evangelist, its author, saw a vision from Jesus as well as where he wrote the Apocalypse.

The volcanic Nisyros

Nisyros is a volcanic island part of the Dodecanese archipelago, in the Aegean Sea. This island has an almost round shape and counts with an area of approximately 42 km2. Its interior is mountainous and counts with many craters, while its coastlines are very attractive and have several appealing sandy beaches.

Mandraki – capital of Nisyros

Mandraki is the capital town of the island of Nisyros, in the Dodecanese archipelago. Besides than being the capital or main town, Mandraki also is the port of the island and is a crucial spot for the economy and every day life of its inhabitants. This town, as well as the other towns in Nisyros and the island itself offer a variety of interesting attractions, in such a way, that most tourists, despite of their age or preferences, usually have a great time while visiting it.

The island of Kos – near Turkey

The Greek island of Kos, with a territory of about 340 km2 and a population of 30.500 inhabitants, is part of the Dodecanese archipelago and is characterized by counting with beautiful beaches and a variety of commodities and attractions. Besides this, Kos is very close to several other Greek destinations as well as at only 4 km from the Turkish coast, in such a way that, while being in this island, tourists can also easily visit many different spots.

Kalymnos and the Aegean Sea

Kalymnos, located in the south eastern side of the Aegean Sea, is one of the most appealing islands of the Dodecanese archipelago. This island is famous as a rock climbing and a sea sports center, in such a way that receives many tourists who approach willing to climb, dive, sail, and surf on a constant basis. But, besides the sea sports it features, this island also offers many other appealing things to do and a variety of attractions suitable to tourists of all ages and preferences, in such a way that those who are willing to have a relaxing and tranquil vacation would be as satisfied as those who wish to find exciting activities and lively places to visit.

Emborios – in Kalymnos

Emborios is a tranquil and quiet village located in the southern part of the Greek island of Kalymnos, in the Dodecanese archipelago. This village is the last one a tourist would find when arriving to Kalymnos by its port, and can be reached by following Kalamoti Road, near Komi and to the east of Armolia.

The beautiful and small Astypalea

Astypalea is a charming and traditional Greek island that is part of the Dodecanese archipelago. This island counts with a variety of beaches, attractive coastlines, unique constructions and several other attractions that would ensure most tourists having a great time despite of their age or preferences.