Kythnos! A really amazing island of Cyclades! An originally traditional island with great hospitality that keeps all the characteristics of the Aegean beauty! Just 52 miles from Peiraeus and 2 hours from Lavrio port! Also called “Thermia” since 12th century by the medicinal baths at “Loutra”! It’s area is about 99.3 square kilometers with 92 bays and about 65 golden beaches that most of them are reachable by car easily! We are sure that it is a destination that you must explore!
Kythnos Photo from : http://bit.ly/1S5ycCy
How to reach Kythnos:
As the title tells, you can visit the island with a Sailing or Motor yacht! There are many amazing idylic bays waiting for you to moor your boat, swim at crystal clear waters and also to relax and enjoy the amazing beauty! In this case you may be skeptical about where are the best places to moor and we have the answer for you!
Except Merichas at the main port where you can find ATM supermarket and other services you can Visit Agios Stefanos at the South East of Kythnos, a very well protected place from “meltemi” as locals say! Other locations like Kolona, Kanala, and Fykada are very interesting also and ready to make you thinking only for them!
Photo by : Niovi Zorba http://bit.ly/1IGK0KT
Kythnos is mountainous as it has the relief of an original Cycladic island and you will find 2 villages at the midland “Chora” that is the capital of the island at the highest point and “Driopida” a tranditional village where all the traditions take place! Except these 2, “Merichas” (The main port of Kythnos), “Loutra” and “Kanala” are the other seaside main places that you will find in Kythnos. The only sure thing is that there is nothing missing from this island!
If you are looking for a place to stay, you will be amazed with the available selections you will have in great prices per person! There are available hotels and apartments that will satisfy all your needs as family, as couple or with friends!
Just some recommendations from us :
1.Porto Klaras Studios & Apartments www.porto-klaras.gr
A really interesting place to stay! Amazing rooms, Amazing view, Very good services, friendly staff and good prices! Maybe the best combination for a visitor!
Photo by porto-klaras.gr, The amazing view from the rooms
2. Kontseta Guesthouse www.kontseta.gr
Well located at “Merichas” near the main port of the island and very easy accessible! Everything you may need is just some steps away! Amazing rooms and very friendly staff.
Photo by Kontseta.gr, Rooms of Kontseta Guest House
You can also take a look at a complete list of Accommodation from Municipality of Kythnos here: http://www.kythnos.gr/en/content/wheretostay/
Kythnos beaches
We believe that there is nothing better than enjoying the Greek hot sun at a beautiful beach and Kythnos have many of them and they are all one by one unique!
Lets see together our top 10 and then you will choose your favorites!
- Kolona
Maybe the best beach of Cyclades and one of the most famous in Greece! Located at the west side of kythnos! A sandy line that cuts the sea and connects Kythnos and Vriokastro. Amazing destination and maybe the most Photoshooted!
- “Fikiada”
Maybe not very well known due to the destination, just before the “kolona” beach. It seems that it loses some of her shine but it is a realla amazing beach that you have to visit!
Fykiad Kythnos, Photo by Cycladia.com
- “Megali ammos”
Her name means “Big sand” in free translation and as the name says.. there is a huge sandy seaside! Located Under the main Church of Kanala!
- “Apokrousi”
One of the most loved beaches in kythnos! Easy to reach with crystal clear
waters and natural shade of trees! If you feel hungry after swimming you will
find some taverns near you!
- “Loutra”
There is something amazing on this beach! Two thermal springs! Walk to the edge and you will find an amazing natural pool with hot water. A night swim there seems to be a good choice!
- “Skylou”
Easy accessible by car. Amazing green-blue waters that they worth to stay there a whole day!
- “Episkopi”
Near Merichas, very easy to access with a small beach bar on it! Ideal for Families!
- “Gaidouromantra”
Located at the south east side of kythnos! An alternative destination with amazing waters but a little bit difficult to reach!
- “Schinari”
One of the most well known destinations while staying in Loutra
- “Agios Sostis”
A really large pebbled beach with amazing waters and amazing sea bottom!
Try to bring an umbrella with you! It’s a “naked” beach!
After swimming at the amazing beaches of Kythnos the only sure thing is that you will feel hungry! What is better than tranditional Greek and local tastes?
Do not forget to ask about “Siglino” (Smoked meat), Kopanisti (Cream Cheese), Tyrovilia (Cheese dish), Sfougata, Stuffed squid and Kolopia (Tranditional Spinach pie that you MUST taste!
Some of our favorite destinations that we would love to share with you are:
- Archipelagos:
Located at Kanala with amazing cuisine like home! Delicious tranditional tastes with great quality and very friendly staff!
- Byzantio & Gialos
Located at Merichas with amazing fresh fish! Just out of the water!
- “To chartino karavi”
Traditional Small tavern at Driopida that will make you feel like a local! Amazing tastes from local dishes that you will not find anywhere else!
- To Steki Tou Ntetze
An other traditional place to eat at Chora with amazing pies and grilled meat!
- “Araksovoli”
A very interesting place to eat many delicious delicacies and dishes!
Located at Loutra! Very Friendly staff and good prices!
Do not forget to buy some local products like honey, Red wine, capers, paksimadi and pasteli!
Sfougata from Archipelagos. Photo By Arttable.gr
Kythnos also have some amazing sightseens that you must visit! We are sure that when you visit all these places the unique sceneries will be unforgettable for all of you! Try to visit them as an afternoon walk!
- Church of Panagia Kanala.
You will find many Cycladic churches at the other villages of Kythnos but this is the most famous as it Is the protector of the Island!
- Byzantine Museum
The Byzatnine Ecclesiastical Museum is located at Driopida and hosts many holy icons, golden crosses and many other ecclesiastical items since the 18th century!
- Katafiki Cave at Driopida
One of the biggest caves in Greece fist encountered in the 1830s! Unique scenery with stalagmites and rock formations!
- Folklore Museum
Again at the same place, Driopida you will find this traditional museum! Extensive Collection with traditional uniforms of the island and other objects used at the ancient years and not only! Let’s say that it is a pass through the locals life and history!
Panagia Kanala, Photo by eleutheriaonline.gr
If you already read all these attractions and destinations before, you may already understood that Kythnos have many activities and things to do and and this will never stop ?
When you visit Loutra, will also find an amazing Diving center with all the equipment you need to dive in these crystal clear waters! You will be along with very experienced divers that will show you all the amazing “undersea” places to go. You will meet them as a visitor but after the experience that you will have, when you leave you will be friends. Words are not enough to describe that feeling, you must live it your self!
Also you will find a sea taxi service at Mericha where is a perfect way to explore Kythnos!
You can visit many ideal places very easy and explore all the unique locations of this island that are accessible only from water!
At the end of the day we are sure that you may feel exhausted and what is better than a drink or cocktail at “Veggera “ at Mericha or “Koursaros” at Chora? Bring your friends and let the spirit to tempt your senses!
Photo by Ville Virta, Kolona Port by Night http://bit.ly/1fk79Yg
We hope our experiences are more than enough for you to take a taste of Kythnos. This island is really unique! A traditional Cycladic island with all the “goods” of Greek and Aegean spirit! Leave everything behind, turn off your cell phone and enjoy the unique experience that only Kythnos can bring you!
We hope to see you soon, Do not forget to contact us for all your questions!
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