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KYTHIRA

Kythira

AGIA PELAGIA

agia pelagia

The coastal settlement of Agia Pelagia belongs to the developed in tourism regions of Kythira. It is located in the north part of the island, 26km from Chora. The enchanting beach of Agia Pelagia is o...

KAPSALI

kapsali

Kapsali is another beautiful coastal village in the south part of Kythira. It is the best spot of the region and one of the most developed in tourism regions. It is, with no doubt, the trademark of Ky...

KYTHIRA TOWN

kythira town

The town of Kythira or Chora as the locals call their capital has all the characteristics of an authentic island state. It is located in the south part of the island and along with the graphic port of...

MYLOPOTAMOS

mylopotamos

Mylopotamos is a traditional village, 15km from Chora. It is built in one of the most beautiful locations in the island. Here you will see the most important natural sites in Kythira. The waterfall of...

LIVADI

livadi

Livadi is located in the south part of the island. It is 4km from Chora. It is a busy traveled region with tourist development. Here you will find many shops and all kind of taverns, luxurious hotels ...

AVLEMONAS

avlemonas

Avlemonas is a coastal village in the east part of Kythira, 26km from Chora. It has many small gulfs that create an enchanting natural scenery. It is worth visiting this picturesque fish village in or...

DIAKOFTI

diakofti

Diakofti is a beautiful coastal village that enchants every visitor. It is located in the east part of the island, in one of the most idyllic landscapes of Kythira. During the last years in Diakofti o...

POTAMOS

potamos

Potamos is the biggest village in the island. They used to call it "Kyras Chorio", due to the church of Panagia Ilariotissa. It is located in the north part of Kythira and it is the trade market of th...

ANTIKYTHIRA

antikythira

Antikythira is a small island between Kythira and Kissamo of Crete. Although cut off from the rest Ionian Islands, it belongs to Ionian islands' complex. But administratively belongs to the Nomarchy o...

PALEOPOLI

paleopoli

A coastal village in the east part of the island. It is the biggest and one of the most beautiful beaches in Kythira. Very close to the beach of Avlemonas, attracts lovers of swimming. In this region ...

KALAMOS

kalamos

While touring around the south part of the island, just a bit after Livadi, you will see Kalamos. It is an extended village, evolving to a summer resort. In the region you will find rooms to let provi...

KALADI

kaladi

One of the best pebble beaches on the island. The last 50m down the slope are steps.

MANITOHORI

manitohori

Manitochori is a small settlement you will see while touring in the inner land of Kythira. The region is ideal for a quiet staying. Due to its position, Manitochori can be the start for your tour arou...

ARONADIKA

aronadika

Aronadika is a small settlement in the north part of Kythira. It is very close to Potamos, the island's head village. Due to this vicinity, Aronadika are developed in tourism. In the region you will f...

PITSINADES

pitsinades

Very close to Potamos village, in the north part of the island, is the settlement of Pitsinades. Built in a beautiful location, it is ideal for a pleasant staying. Here you will find rooms to let prov...

KERAMOTO

keramoto

KERAMOTO

PLATIA AMMOS

platia ammos

Plateia Ammos or Plateia Ammos or Platia Ammos is a seaside settlement of Kythira. Plateia Ammos is located in the northeastern part of the island, at an altitude of 10 meters and a distance of about ...

About Kythira

Kythira or Tsirigo is the northest of all Ionian islands. They are right across the southeast edge of Peloponese, in the entrance of Lakonikos gulf. It is the only Ionian island not belonging to the Periphery of Ionian islands, but to the Nomarchy of Piraeus. Despite that, it followed the same route as all Ionian islands. Kythira are also known as Aphrodite¢s island, since according to Isiodos, the most beautiful goddess of Olympus was born here. Due to their geographic location, they have always been the bone of contention between conquerors. It is there, where west meets east and where civilizations cross. Alteration of scenery and monuments reveal the uniqueness of Kythira in Greece. Nature has endowed Kythira with unique beauties. Landscapes alter and fill the sight with unique pictures. Rocky places full of bushes, hills with pine trees, lacy shores, golden beaches and blue waters, abrupt canyons, all elements of nature, in harmonious coexistence, create an idyllic picture of Kythira. Kythira keep the authentic island feature. The traditional architecture, the byzantine churches and the Venetian castle right above Chora, create a romantic atmosphere. Local festivals and events give the opportunity to visitors to know the folkloric tradition of Kythira. This is shown through Wine festival, the celebration of Panagia Myrtidiotissa, of Saint Elesa, etc. Although Kythira are not promoted in tourism, they are worldwide known with many fans. More and more visitors come to the island of Aphrodite every year to spend their holidays. They grab the chance to relax in a beautiful environment, with the opportunity to entertain in the small coastal bars.