- Karpathos, choose it for its offering activities
Karpathos is small but can offer a great variety of landscapes, a fact which makes the island perfect for outdoor pursuits; world-class surfing beaches, roads with beautiful hills ideal for cycling and shimmering and crystal blue waters for swimming and snorkeling.
Also, the lovers of walking fall in love with Karpathos. There are more than 248 kilometres of hiking paths, but there are at least another 250 kilometres of trails which are no existed on any map.
Karpathos is full of breath-taking nature. Olive groves with cool shade, mountains full of rich forests, jagged cliffs and hidden bays make walking an endless treasure hunt. The landscape changes all the time. This is what makes Karpathos unique and different comparing with other places. If you look for a peaceful, stunning and a lovely place for your holidays, Karpathos is the ideal choice.
| List of Dodecanese Islands |
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| Astypalea |
| Halki |
| Kalymnos |
| Karpathos |
| Kos |
| Leros |
| Lipsi |
| Nisyros |
| Patmos |
| Rhodes |
| Simi |
| Tilos |
- Rhodes, choose it because it’s cosmopolitan and rich of history
Here you can see the unique Old Town of Rhodes. There are stone built buttresses, castles, narrow passageways open onto full of trees squares. Medieval mansions stand next to Byzantine chapels, Turkish baths and tower palaces.
When the night falls, this historical place is combined with the modern life: a moped judders along the cobbles and speeds around a bend, fashionable wine bars open their doors. The live and traditional music is mixed with the smells of the fresh fishes and exotic herbs are emitted from a tavern’s kitchen. Rhodes is an island full of young people, historical monuments, beautiful beaches, intense nightlife and friendly residents. On the island you can find everything you need, tourist facilities for all, markets and eating places.
- Leros, the relaxing island
You’d think that the time goes slower in the island of Leros. Sitting on the edge of the pier is the perfect way to be hugged by the warm sunshine while at the same time the cool breeze carries the smells of the fresh baking bread, almonds and coffee. The island is a unique place that gives people a certain serenity. The traditional architecture of the island has been well preserved and this fact gives people a feeling that they are staying in a place that hasn’t been changed by the time.
Traditional bakeries make delicious sweets. The Pandeli Castle fortress of the 10th century is a high viewpoint and looks like a sandcastle at the top of town, keeping the sunset on its stone walls and promising 360-degree views to those who can bring themselves to leave their patio chair and climb to the top. Beyond the castle, some beautiful old-fashioned windmills bring to you the cool sea breeze. There are hundreds of walking paths leading to magnificent and beautiful places. But you can just walk down a short path and watch a beautiful sunset.
- Kalymnos, visit it for the sea
The diving for sponges has been the main activity of Kalymnos since the ancient days and the people here still belong to the sea. The boats are everywhere. From elegant schooners to colourful fishing boats. Friendly, salty and sun burnt captains tell stories of Kalymnos and of what lies beneath the endless blue of the sea. Kalymnos is ideal for those who want to explore the unique seabed. The crystal blue waters of the Aegean Sea invite you to explore it. Snorkelling, swimming and surfing are just some of the options you have in this nice island.
- Patmos, the religious island
Patmos is the island where the Apostle John wrote the Revelation which is the last book of the Bible. This is obvious while the island has a spiritual and a different atmosphere. Many visitors come here to admire the beautiful churches and monasteries and also to take part in the religious festivals which are organized here. Countless Christian pilgrims visit the island from all across the world, as Patmos is considered one of the most holy sites after Jerusalem. But except its religious character offers beautiful beaches, rocky landscapes and paths for refreshing walks. A large part of the Patmos experience is simply relaxing and enjoying a feeling of peace as evening light bathes the landscape.
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