Places to visit
Kithira
island is located on the south part of Ionian Sea; with many beautiful beaches,
ancient castles and churches. In contrast to the majority of Greek
islands, Kithira is a 'green' island. Trees, like pine trees and
eucalyptus, flowers, small rivers and small water sources are found
on the island. Especially during spring the island is like a heaven
on earth.
Starting our trip from Agia Pelagia, one of the ports of the
island, you can visit Lagada beach where is found a canyon of
outstanding beauty.
On
your way to Potamos you will meet a forest of pine trees.
If you walk through the forest you will come across the small church
of Saint John, and a small open theatre, where many cultural events
take place during the summer.
Potamos
is the commercial centre of the island. Every Sunday morning at the
square of the village there is an open market (Pazari). There, you
can find local products like the famous Kithirian honey, Kithirian
biscuits (Paximadia), and seasonal vegetables. There you can also buy
one rare kind of water-dry flower that is found only on Kithira, the
so-called Semperviva (lives for ever).
From
Agia Pelagia you can go to Karavas, and Platia Ammos.
Karavas has many natural water sources and rich plantation. Platia Ammos
has a very nice beach and if you walk for few kilometres you reach a gorgeous lighthouse.
In this way you have reached the northest part of the island and you have
a very nice view of Peloponnese, which is placed just opposite to you.
On
your way from Agia Pelagia to Karavas, on your right you can visit the
small church or Saint George, which is placed on the top of a small
hill. From there the view is fantastic.
Leaving Potamos,
on your left there is Palaioxora, which was the medieval
capital of the island, built in 12th century and destroyed 1537 from
the pirate Barbarosa.
Then
you can continue your trip to Aulemona with the marvelous beaches
(Palaiopoli and Kaladi), the Italian Castle, and
historical monuments like ancient Scandia. At Aulemonas
you can stay in a camping located next to Palaiopoli beach.
Near
to Aulaimona there is the Church of Saint George, built
on the top of the mountain. A
church of great historical importance and a place where you can enjoy
a unique sea view.
Diakofti is the modern harbour of the island where you can
eat fresh fish and enjoy your swim. The water is swallow and looks yellow-green. The sand
is gold and reminds you something exotic.
Another
village you can visit is Milopotamos, where you find a
medieval castle, well preserved, the cave of Agia Sofia and the waterfall
of Fonisa. You can stop for a coffee with caridopita (hazelnut pie)
under the shadow of a great platani tree at the square of the village.
Continuing your
trip to the south you meet Livadi where you find many
constructions, which were made when the island was under English-possession,
like the stone bridge of Katouni. This is the biggest stone-bridge
of Balkans.
If you are in love and want to share with your beloved a
unique sunset you have to go to the Church of Agia Ellesa,
which is located on the mountain near Livadi.
Kithira is the capital for the island and is called Chora from
the locals. It is a traditional village with narrow streets and white
houses. Here you must visit the medieval castle, the churches of
Mesa Bourgou and the archaeological museum. From the castle you
have a view of the Ionian Sea, and the natural port of Kapsali.
Kapsali is of unique beauty and it is the most famous place of the
island. If you are a lover of natural life you can stay at the
camping which is located in a small forest, and you can walk to the Church
of Saint John, which is located in a cave above this camping.
At the
island you will find many hotels, the majority of them is state of the
art, studios and rooms for rend. There are many supermarkets, restaurants,
cafeterias and sweet shops.
Don’t
forget trying Kithirian paximadia, diples and amigdalota (sweets made of
almond) as well as kihtirian honey.
Also
visit [ How to get to Kithira ]
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