Kos

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Kos , a tribute to conquerors of the past, a boon for travellers who want more than a beach holiday

Kos, Kos on the edge of the Dodecanese Islands is a feast of emotions, experiences and enthusiasm. Chicken soup that is good for the soul, body and eyes. Tall palm trees, endless beaches, alternative landscapes and layers of archaeological sites and attractions left behind by the ancient Greeks, Romans, medieval knights, Venetians and Ottomans make Kos more than just a pleasant destination. Hippocrates, the most important physicist of antiquity, was born on this island, one of the most visited of the Dodecanese. No matter which name you choose for Kos, which also has names such as Meropi, Nymphaia or Karys, this fascinating island of the Aegeanwill engrave itself in your holiday memories.

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What to do in Kos

4km northwest of Kos, in a green hilltop town with spectacular views, you will discover one of the most important archaeological sites in Greece, the Asclepion. As a holistic healing centre, it includes infirmaries, temples, hot springs, shelters, a school for doctors and more. In the 3rd and 2nd century BC, the Asclepion of Kos became the third most important institute of its kind in the ancient world, following the teachings of Hippocrates, the native son and father of modern medicine. It is well worth making time in your holiday itinerary to visit.

A young town with a rich history

After the great earthquake of 1933, Kos was redesigned by the then ruling Italians, with large squares, pavements and wide streets lined with trees, surrounded by modern buildings with shops, cafes and restaurants. In short, history buffs will love it here.

The Nerantzia Castle of the Knights of St. John, whose walls were built in the late 14th century to protect it from Sultan Bayezid I, has more attractions than any other modern city, with an ancient Greek assembly, a medieval district, an old harbour and Roman ruins to the west. Don’t forget to pay your respects to the large plane tree, covering a 12m circumference, which Hippocrates himself is said to have planted.

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Want to measure it? Almost every beach in Kos is kilometres long. You’ll probably head to Kardamena beach first, with its majestic scenery and azure waters, but don’t miss Mastihari, Tigkaki, Marmari, Chrysi Akti, Kefalos and Paradise.

Antiocheia fortress and the power of the minority
This castle was besieged by 16,000 Ottomans in June 1457. However, only 15 knights and 200 locals were available to defend the castle and after 23 days the Ottomans retreated. Built in the 14th century by the Knights of St John, the castle is now a peaceful but impressive ruin

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