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Kalymnos
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Kalymnos is located between Kos and Leros in the southeastern Aegean Sea and belongs to the Dodecanese Islands prefecture. The inhabitants’ occupation with sponge fishing led to economic growth and the island flourished, the effects of which are evident in the numerous neoclassic stately homes built in every corner of the island.
The island opened its borders to tourism only recently, after the extinction of this activity, and became famous for rock climbing. This is why the inhabitants have kept their traditional way of life and customs, which is giving to the island a unique atmosphere and a lot of charm.
Kalymnos is rich in picturesque villages where time seems to have stopped and hours are passing by pleasantly and quietly. Some villages board on the wonderful coast and others are hanging on the slopes of verdant mountains. Some of the most famous villages in Kalymnos are Emporio, Kantouni and Massouri.
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Kalymnos Harbor
Port Kalymnos or, as it is locally known, Póthia is the main harbor of the island. It affords good shelter from the meltemi (the Etesians), although there are strong NW gusts across the harbor.
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The cove of Vathý is open to the east and looks like a deep and narrow fjord. The small homonymous village is located at the head of the cove.
The cove of Psérimos (Avlákia) is formed at the western shores of Psérimos and is open to the southwest. Its entrance is difficult to see, unless it is approached from the southwest.
Emporios Rock Climbing Field
Agios Nikolaos Kalymnos Island BayEmporeios is a bay on the NW side of the island protected by the small island of Kalavros. While the village is attractive, the water is murky due to several fish-farms.
Taverna Manola at PserimosTaverna Manola offers fresh grilled fish from the fisheries in Pserimos harbor. In addition to the excellent food and low prices, the people will make you feel at home.
Café Stavedo is located on Massouri beach. It is ideal for the hot days, because it is located on the beach, providing nice coffee and refreshments along with quick snacks.
Platis Yialos Beach at PanormosOne of the most famous beaches in Kalymnos is Platis Yialos. Located near Panormos, the reputation of Platis Yialos comes not only from its very clear sea waters, but mainly from the amazing sunsets that one can enjoy from the coast.
The road west out of Pothia leads to the village of Vothini then down to the inlet at Vlychadia where there are two pleasant bays each side of the small harbour, one a gentle curve of shaded sand the other a small strip of clean pebbles. Good taverns back both beaches and regular excursion leave Vlychadia for the cave at Kefala just along the coast south-west of Vylchadia.
The beach Emborios is located in northwestern side of Kalymnos at a distance of 19.5 km from Pothia.
The beach of Gefyra is next to Therma and is one of the main beaches of Pothia. It is a small but beautiful beach with pebbles, rocks and vegetation.
Kalamies beach is located just before Emborios village. In there, a different feel occurs, with an ambiance that will take you a little back in time, as there are still tavern tables on the pebbles, palm leafs function as umbrellas and smiling people serve you their best delicacies.
Located beneath the church of Agia Triada (Holy Trinity), Hochlakas is considered as the most spectacular beach of Telendos Islet. Its pebbly shore and crystal clear waters will definitely enchant you.
Beach Paleonissos is on the east coast of Kalymnos, near Emporeios. You will arrive there either by boat or after taking the new road from Skalia to Paleonissos .
Myrties beach is considered as one of the most beautiful in Kalymnos. Located on the west side of the island and at a distance of 8 km from Pothia, it is an impressive 700-meter long pebbly beach.
The beach Melitsachas is located on the northwest part of Kalymnos, near the village Myrties. The beach is sandy with pebbles.
Massouri, the most popular beach in Kalymnos and one of the best on the island, is situated 9 km away from Pothia. The wide sandy beach, the crystal clear waters and the beautiful view towards Telendos justify the above mentioned title.
The beach Akti (which literally means 'coast') is on the east side of Kalymnos. You can get there by car, along the road which connects Pothia to Vathys.
The picturesque sandy beach of Linaria is located 6 km north west of Pothia, the capital of Kalymnos, close to the village of Panormos. The beach consists of sand and clean crystalline waters and nice rock formations emerge from the sea.
The beach Kasonia is the closest one to Pothia and is located on the road towards the beach Therma, behind the harbor. It is a long sandy beach, with a few trees on its coast that provide natural shade to bathers.
Kefalas Caves
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