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AGATHONISSI (Island) DODEKANISSOS
Agathonisi is the north most islet of the Dodecanese
island complex.
The coast configurations of the island are quite impressive. There
are many beautiful and windless bays as are: Hohlia, St. George, Poro and Maistro
as well as their small promontories.
The surface of the islet is comprised of rocky and barren hills. Areas
appropriate for agriculture are very few indeed. The vegetation cover is poor
and bushy. The tree cover is sparse and the varieties are mainly olive, carob,
almond, fig and prickly pear.
Fresh water springs do not exist except for a few wells with brackish
water. Water for the inhabitants is collected by way of rainwater cisterns that
are filled by water carrying tankers in times of drought.
The island of Agathonisi was named Yetousa in ancient times. According
to contemporary researches today's name is the result of an etymological mistake
from the plant from which the name is derived “Agathonisi”, i.e. Island
of the Thorns.
A few ancient relics that were found on the island allow us to surmise
that Yetousa was inhabited from ancient times.
The island was probably finally inhabited permanently in the middle
of the 19th century by settlers from Patmos and Fourni. There is a witness of
there being established on the island some five or six families in the year 1895.
Today the population of the island is 112 people. After the incorporation
of the Dodecanese to the
rest of Greece, the island fell
under the jurisdiction of the municipality of Patmos
of the province Kalymnos,
with the name of “Agathonisi” or Gadaros-“Donkey” (because
the shape of the island resembles a donkey galloping towards the river Maiandros).
In 1953 it became a separate community and has remained so until today.
The oldest settlement is Megalo
Chorio- “Big Village” with 80 inhabitants. The village has been
built in such a way so that it is not visible from the sea, thus protecting it
from pirates. Built in the same way and for the same reason is Mikro Chorio -"Small
Village" with 15 inhabitants. The third and newest settlement is St. George with
15 inhabitants and is found in the innermost part of the bay from which its name
is derived. Both the bay and the village were named under the church of St. George
found there which also happens to be the parish church of the island. There are
also five chapels built in various places on the island.
The quiet life on the island, the calm, the hospitality of the locals,
the cleanliness of the beaches and the fresh fish which a visitor is able to enjoy,
since the cooking is done according to traditional recipes, all make Agathonisi
an ideal place for those who wish for quiet holidays away from the hustle and
bustle of the main tourist routes.
Manolis Makris, ed.
This text (extract) is cited February 2004 from the Dodekanissos
Union of Municipalities & Communities pamphlet.
AGRIOLIVADI (Beach) PATMOS
Agriolivadi is approximately 1.5 km from Skala. It has a long sandy beach with small pebbles. Sun beds and water sports are available. It also has a taverna and a beach bar. Its mainly shallow waters make it ideal for toddlers and the water is warmer than in most other beaches around the island.
There are some nice little coves at the northern part of the beach which are accessible only by boat or you can rent paddle boats and paddle there but only in good weather because the currents do get strong as soon as you reach the end of the cove.
Agia Thekla (Saint Thekla) is a little island opposite the cove. It is named after the church that was built on it. There is also a nice beach at the rocky island for those who can paddle out to it.
ARGINONDA (Settlement) KALYMNOS
Little more than a beach, a few houses and two tavernas. Traditional, quiet, a
small haven of green between sea and mountains. Convenient base for hill walking
and rock climbing.
ASTYPALEA (Island) DODEKANISSOS
This most western of the Dodecanese
has had many names: Ichthyoessa (abundant in fish) in ancient times; Stampalia
or Astropalia, as the locals call it today. The name Astypalaia means "old city".
A mountainous island with an indented coastline concealing numerous
delightful coves, Astypalaia (or Astipalea) in fact resembles two islands joined
by a ribbon of land only 105 metres wide.
The main
village is Hora or Astypalaia,
built up the side of a steep hill, and presided over by the massive, austere remains
of a Venetian castle. Its small, square houses. painted white with brightly coloured
doors and windows. follow the contours of the hill in an almost unbroken band
down to the sea. So closely are they packed that the walls of the uppermost houses
form part of the outer fortifications of the castle.
A row of windmills on the pass of the hill provides an additional
picturesque note. One enters the castle from the southwest side of the hill Inside
it are two churches, dedicated to St. George and to the Annunciation (Evangelismos).
The former contains a noteworthy carved iconostasis.
Below the castle stands the 18th century church of Our Lady Portaitissa,
one of the most beautiful in the Dodecanese
It too has an impressive iconostasis, covered with gold leaf.
Livadia, Analipsi
and Vathi are charming fishing
hamlets on the south and north coast of the island, while among its many beaches,
Tria Marmara, Schinontas and Vathi stand out.
EMBORIOS (Settlement) KALYMNOS
Quaint, peaceful and set right at the end of the road - a real get away from it
all destination. Stay in an apartment or small house, enjoy a choice of three
quiet beaches with good snorkelling, stock up at the one mini-market or passing
mobile shops, eat in a choice of half a dozen tavernas. Good base for walking
or doing absolutely nothing and nice for small children.
Grikos bay is situated southeast of the island. It is approximately 4.5 km from the port in Skala.
The road runs parallel to the coast making walking to and from Skala very beautiful and popular especially for joggers.
The bus stops by several times a day leaving you 50 meters from the beach.
Grikos is a popular settlement during summer because it is more quiet than most towns around the island especially during high season (august).
Its beach is the longest of the island with crystal clear waters and tamarisk trees for shade. Tragonissi (“ram island”) populated only by goats and a goat herder, faces the bay protecting it from bad weather (except SE winds) and making it perfect for yachts and boats to stop by or moor on the jetty that has a depth of 2 meters.
Most of Grikos has a view of Petra (or Kalikatsou as most locals know it) which is like a monument of Grikos.
KALYMNOS (Town) DODEKANISSOS
The Capital of the island is "Pothia" with its colourful,
two storey houses and its traditional island character. The town has been built
amphitheatrically, with a population of 11.500 living in its densely constructed
neighbourhoods.
Its harbour, being well sheltered fro all winds, is considered one
of the most important island harbours in Greece
offering organized Marina services.
Various Municipal buildings were constructed by the Italians between
1930-35 in a Venetian style, and adorn the seafront along with a variety of shops
and cafes. There are countless churches displaying many valuable and beautiful
icons by various well-known Kalymnian artists.
In Pothia one can also find the local Archaeological
Museum, which is housed together with bequests made by Nikolaos Vouvalis,
a local benefactor. The recently set up Maritime
Museum as well as the Folk Art Museum containing exhibits from Kalymnian everyday
life and customs are both along the sea front road.
This text (extract) is cited November 2003 from the Municipality
of Kalymnos tourist pamphlet.
KAMBOS BEACH (Beach) PATMOS
Kato Kambos or Kambos beach is the most popular beach on the island, it is considered the place to be and be seen and is loved by families with young children for its shallow warm waters.
It is mainly a sandy beach with small pebbles. It offers taverns and cafes and is organized with sun beds, umbrellas and water sports.
There are also tamarisk trees for those who prefer natural shade.
The beach is exposed to S and SE winds but is still pleasant even when windy.
Lambi is renowned for its rare multicolored pebbles. There used to be hills of them but the pebbles are so beautiful it is hard to resist making a collection of them which means hills have been flattened out.
The word Lambi means shining and is derived from the sun reflecting against the beautiful stones and the clear waters of the bay.
The beach is long and has tamarisk shrubs for shade. It can be reached by turning left at the junction after Kambos beach. If walking it takes around 25 minutes from Kambos Beach.
There are usually boats (caiques) that leave from Skala around 10AM and take about an hour. Being on the north side of the island it is open to meltemi winds so boats are not always available for this location.
It's also a pleasant location for lunch and dinner. The taverns are on the beach and serve food in a peaceful atmosphere.
There are also the remains of the old settlement Platys Gialos and the church of the Transformation (Metamorphosis) which is from the 16th century and considered as one of the most important sanctuaries of the island.
LEROS (Island) DODEKANISSOS
Situated between Patmos
and Kalimnos. Leros is an
island of small fertile valleys sandwiched between rolling green hills, deep coves
and pretty beaches Leros’ topography has given rise to many villages. The
most important is the capital. Agia
Marina - united with two other villages. Platanos
and Pandeli, on the back
side of the hill - a collection of little white houses, neoclassical buildings
and narrow alleyways It starts at the seaside and gradually climbs up the sides
of the hill, whose summit is dominated by the sombre remains of a Byzantine castle.
Of special significance during Byzantine times, its shape is that given it by
the Knights of St. John, who arrived in Leros in the 14th century. Still standing
today are the circuit wall and the church of Our Lady within it L.aki, 3 kilometres
south of Agia Marina is the
islands port. It is built at the back of a deep, practically enclosed bay, whose
mouth is only 500 metres wide This is one of the largest and best natural harbours
in the Mediterranean Alinda,
Xirokambos, and Partheni
are charming seaside villages, while you'll find wonderful swimming at the beaches
of Agia Marina, Pandeli,
Vromolitho, Alinda,
Laki, Merikia,
and Xirokambos, to name a
few.
LIPSI (Island complex) DODEKANISSOS
Not far from Patmos
is a group of tiny islands, known collectively as Lipsi. They cluster round the
largest. the onry one which is inhabited. Lipso or Lipsi.
Here you will find beautiful sandy beaches and translucent waters.
The island is so small that you can go everywhere you want to on foot. The hamlet
on the protected natural harbour is composed of spotless whitewashed houses, while
its mini-piazza boasts tavernas, ouzeri, cafes and other eateries.
LIPSI (Island) DODEKANISSOS
Geographical position:
Lipsi are a cluster of islets in the southeastern Aegean and are
found north of Leros and
east of Patmos. Their collective
name is taken from the name of the largest island Lipsi or Lipso, which is comprised
of two landmasses, joined together by a narrow 400m. wide neck. The total area
of the cluster is 17.3 square km. The name of Lipsi is a very ancient one. With
the form of the name "Lipsia" it is encountered on ancient inscriptions.
Geophysical description:
The landscape of the island is comprised of low hills (the maximum
height, in the northwestern part of the island, being no more than 277m. above
sea level) and small fertile valleys. Picturesque bays (Lipsi, Fontana,
Moschato, Limni, Tarsanas, Platys
Gialos and Liendou), interrupt at intervals the rocky and precipitous coastline.
Around the main island, 24 islets and 6 rocky peaks make up an impressive island
group or "polynesia".
History- Monuments:
The history of Lipsi is inseparable from the history of a larger
neighboring islands and especially that of Patmos. As were all the islands of
the Dodecanese, Lipsi seems to have been inhabited continuously from pre-historic
times until now. Inscriptions and clay pots dating from classical times were found
in various parts of the island. Lipsi's neighborhood with Patmos leads us to believe
that Christianity was brought to the island as early as the first century AD.
The monuments belonging to the early Christian period are of importance. These
are: a large three-chambered basilica with mosaic flooring and a baptistery, probably
of the 5th century, situated at "Kouselio", remnants of walls, architectural remains
and mosaic floors at "Katsadia". Today the churches of St. Spyridon and St. Panteleimon
are also located at Katsadia.
Activities:
At the turn of the century the inhabitants numbered some 200 persons.
Today Lipsi has 606 persons, although during the summer season the population
increases dramatically due to the visitations of emigrants returning from the
U.S.A., Canada, and Australia, Germany, Attica
and Rhodes and because
of, the tourists, both foreigners and Greeks alike. The locals are occupied with
agriculture, animal farming and fishing. All the local products are of exceptional
quality. In the south of the island are wineries, which produce the delicious
local black wine. The main activity however is tourism, infrastructure for which
is satisfactory and is continuously being upgraded. Water is in short supply,
however recent works including the sinking of wells, construction of a reservoir
and a new water supply network meet the needs of the local and visitors.
Settlements-Administration:
The settlement of Lipsi
is situated roughly at the center of the island, deep along the windless bay of
the same name. The public services available are a transient police station, customs
house, pre-school, primary school, high school and a senior high school. Other
settlements are: Kouselio, Katsadia,
Panagia of Charou and Platys
Gialos. Today the island of Lipsi, together with the surrounding islets, constituted
the municipality of Lipsi, which is under the administrative jurisdiction of the
province of Kalymnos.
Sites:
Lipsi are an ideal place for anyone who wishes to spend their holidays
peacefully, away from the urban centers and to enjoy the sun, and the company
of simple folk. There are many very beautiful beaches on the island: Liendou is
a favorite due to its proximity to the main settlement, Kambo, Platy Gialos, Katsadia
are Located in the south of island, Papandria, Hohlakoura,
Tourkomnima, Xirokambos, Monodentro
and Kamares are found in the north. The colorful town of Lipsi, with the white-washed
houses and blue shutters, preserves its island character. In the main square of
the town visitors will find taverns and cafeterias offering their fine local foodstuffs
and beverages. At the center of the town, north of the church dedicated to St.
John the Theologian, is situated (in a ground floor hall) the archaeological collection
of Lipsi. There the visitor will view exhibits of findings of clay pot pieces
and inscriptions both on tablets and columns, which are dated from the classical,
Hellenistic and Christian periods. It is worth the trouble to visit the picturesque
Panagia of Charou, which was built early in the 17th century and the surrounding
islets-daily excursions and boat trips are organized - and walk along the paths,
which criss-cross the island and direct the nature lover to idyllic places.
Traditional Foods, Sweets, Beverages
Foods: cheese pie, lentil keftedes, kouloures (rye and wheat, kneaded seven
times), kalamari (rerved with dark rice or stuffed), mezithra cheese, pan-fried
pies, cheese in oil or brine, spinialo, goat with potatoes or pasta, olives (black,
green), olive oil (made from koronaikes olives and of exceptional quality).
Sweets: pougkaki (fried or oven baked), xerotigano or dipla, moustalvria-petimezi
(made from grape syrup). Thyme honey, dried figs, syrupy fruits (tomato, grape,
quince).
Beverages: Fokiako sweet black wines, white wine or black which can be
semisweet or dry (it is the private produce of individual wineries).
This text is cited December 2002 from a tourist brochure of the Municipality
of Lipsi
LIVADI DELAPOTHITOU (Beach) PATMOS
This picturesque bay has become one of the most popular beaches on the island. It's a sandy beach with some small pebbles. Τhe water is almost always calm due to the protection offered by the facing island of Agios Giorgios (St.George) named after the small church that's on it.
The island is at a swimming distance with a small sandy beach that awaits you, but there is usually a draft and some extra effort is needed at some points (not recommended for the unfit).
It's 12 kilometres from Skala and about a 35 minute walk from the bus station on Kambos beach. To get there you take a right at the junction at the end of Kambos beach and go up the hill. Turn left at the top of the hill and after about 3 kilometres to your right is the down hill asphalt road that takes you to the beach.
There is a tavern there that supplies you with your basic needs.
MASSOURI (Settlement) KALYMNOS
A lively, friendly resort set along the tree-lined coast road and a popular base
for families and climbers. The wide sand and shingle beach is great for sunbathing,
swimming and water sports. Plenty of places to stroll, shop and eat until late
at night, some stylish bars, two internet cafes and a few clubs - all used by
locals as well as visitors. A wide choice here of hotels and apartments - most
with sea views.
This text is cited Febr 2004 from the Municipality of Kalymnos URL below.
MELITSAHAS (Settlement) KALYMNOS
Small natural cove with a sand and shingle beach facing west. A real suntrap by
day and very quiet in the evening, with just one beach taverna. The road from
Myrties is not long but it is hilly. Worth the effort, though, especially as it
passes the picturesque harbour of Melitsahas, which is full of fishing boats and
activity around them. No wonder the couple of tavernas here specialise in fish!
This text is cited Febr 2004 from the Municipality of Kalymnos URL below.
Meloi beach is one of the closest beaches to the port of Skala.
Being only 2km away, it’s a 15-minute walk making it very popular with people who have no transportation. It’s a sandy beach with tamarisk trees for shade.
The islands camping site is only 20 meters away from the beach offering a popular restaurant and a mini market.
There is also a traditional Greek tavern and a dock for shallow mooring.
MYRTIES (Port) KALYMNOS
Τhe village nestles into the slopes and base of a tree-clad valley with a dramatic
backdrop of mountains. Don't miss the breathtaking seascapes from the top of the
hill on approach from the Pothia road. There are a few shops, restaurants, bars,
hotels, a shingle beach that's rarely crowded and a jetty that is the departure
point for 'taxi' boats and cruises. Catch the view from here of sunset over Telendos,
gold and crimson across a fiery sea.
This text is cited Febr 2004 from the Municipality of Kalymnos URL below.
NERA (Small island) KALYMNOS
A tiny island off the coast near Vlihadia.
Just a jetty, a taverna, a beach and the Church of the Cross. The latter is part
of an old monastery, but the monks are long gone. These days you'll find only
peace and quiet, the scent of mountain flowers and herbs and a clear turquoise
sea. It's very inviting.
PATMOS (Island) DODEKANISSOS
Patmos, in the eastern Aegean
Sea, is the northernmost island of the Dodecanese.
The morphology of the terrain is interesting: short, bare hills alternate
with small stretches of flat ground. Its irregular coastline is punctuated with
dozens of capes and indented with picturesque little bays and harbours. Although
the climate is dry and north winds frequent, the island is bathed in sunlight
3000 hours out of every year.
Lying at a distance of 161 nautical miles from Piraeus,
Patmos has an area of 34 square kilometres and measures 25 kilometres from tip
to tip at its logest point.
This text (extract) is cited November 2003 from the Municipality
of Patmos tourist pamphlet (2000).
Οι ντόπιοι ονομάζουν συχνά την Πέτρα Καλικατσού (είναι ένα είδος μικρού κορακιού - καλιακούδα, κάργια - που συνήθιζε να φωλιάζει εκεί).
Η διάσημη Πέτρα δεν έχει φιλοξενήσει μόνο κοράκια αφού την εποχή του Αγίου Χριστόδουλου ήταν ερημητήριο.
Χειροποίητες σκάλες, μια δεξαμενή νερού και ένα αποχετευτικό σύστημα είναι όλα ορατά και λειτουργούν ακόμη σήμερα.
Τα συναισθήματα όσων ανεβαίνουν στην κορυφή της Πέτρας είναι έντονα, αλλά διαφορετικά για τον καθένα. Ιδιαίτερη προσοχή χρειάζεται στην ανάβαση, ειδικά εάν είναι βράδυ.
Η παραλία της Πέτρας είναι οργανωμένη με ψάθινες ομπρέλες, ξύλινες ξαπλώστρες και καντίνα.
Είναι μία φυσική παραλία από χοντρές πέτρες που ξεκινάει απο την Πέτρα και συνεχίζει προς το νότιο τμήμα του νησιού.
Εκεί αρχίζει μια δημοφιλής παραλία γυμνιστών, το Πλακί, με βότσαλα και μικρές πέτρες και ενα αλμυρίκι για να σε ξεκουράσει απ’τον ήλιο.
Εκεί που τελειώνει το Πλακί ξεκινά μια σειρά μικρών κόλπων και παραλιών με βότσαλα, αρκετές από τις οποίες είναι δυσπρόσιτες.
PSERIMOS (Island) KALYMNOS
This barely inhabited island lies in the waters between Kalymnos
and Kos.
It boasts an idyllic sandy beach in a sheltered bay, lined with traditional tavernas
and perfect for swimming, paddling or splashing about. In the middle part of the
day during summer the beach can be busy with day trippers - at other times it's
blissfully tranquil. A local ferry runs daily from Pothia and some picnic cruises
stop there.
This text is cited Febr 2004 from the Municipality of Kalymnos URL below.
PSILI AMOS (Beach) PATMOS
Psili Amos is a sandy beach. It's a 20-30 minute walk or 40-60 minute boat ride from Skala. So it's not something people will do every day. It is especially crowded in high season (August) on Sundays, because of locals spending their day-off there and the tourists. The walk is over two hills and a small mountain on a well-trotted donkey track, so the chances of getting lost are unlikely. Walking there around midday should be avoided because it gets hot and tiring especially for the elderly, children and the unfit.
On windy days people spend their day playing with the waves that get around 0.5 to 1 meter high. On a calm day people will need a spray for the flies which can become a little annoying.
The beach is divided in half (unofficially). The furthest from the tavern is the nudist half. Although nudism is prohibited on this holy island, on some beaches it is tolerated. On the side of the tavern (which is the side you will be entering) you do not meet nudists.
There are also stone wind stoppers built by passing campers who camp under tamarisk trees. They have built six of these and many of them have been coming here for years. Some of them just come for Psili Amos and don't leave the beach until it's time for them to leave the island.
The beach is taken care of by a family that owns the tavern. The food is cooked with fresh ingredients, especially the goat-stew. For the people who plan to spend the night and want dinner, they need to inform the tavern to prepare enough portions.
TELENDOS (Island) KALYMNOS
In 535 AD, Kalymnos experienced a huge earthquake, with tremors that lasted 14
days. As a result, the old capital of Kellaris was lost under the sea and little
Telendos became a separate rocky islet, lying off the west coast. This timeless,
traffic-free haven is now reached by regular bus boats from Myrties. Several beaches
(one for nudists), good fishing and walking, waterside tavernas, lots of local
colour - all make this an irresistible place to recharge the batteries.
This text is cited Febr 2004 from the Municipality of Kalymnos URL below.
Vaghia waters are said to be the coldest on the island. It is a pebble beach with tamarisks for shade and often quieter than most easily accessible beaches.
It is 7 kilometers from Skala and only 1km from the bus station on Kambos beach, from there it takes about 15 minutes on foot.
VATHYS (Village) KALYMNOS
The road to Vathi winds between a lunar rockscape and the sea. Watch out for goats
on the way! Stop at the top of the approach hill for a magnificent vista of the
turquoise fiord leading into a peaceful valley of orange and tangerine groves.
At the harbour are tavernas and rooms, some Archaic remains and a surprising freshwater
pond stuffed with fish. Inland, it's like the land that time forgot. Narrow lanes
to wander or drive, atmospheric old buildings, orchards and small farms.
This text is cited Febr 2004 from the Municipality of Kalymnos URL below.
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