Pserimos

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pserimos 4Pserimos is an island of Dodecanese complex with about 130 inhabitants. It is located between Kos and Kalimnos, with which is connected daily with regular routes. It extends in 15 km2 and its capital is Pserimos. The island is ideal for a small get away. Swim in the enchanting beaches and admire the pure (by tourist development) beauties.
Enjoy the ambulatory routes and flavors of the local cuisine in the graphic taverns.

Rhodes

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rodosRhodes is the biggest island of the Dodecanese. It lies at the south-eastern corner of the Aegean, opposite the coast of Asia Minor, about 11 miles away. It has an area of 1398 square kilometres, being 79.7 km long and 38 km wide. The city of Rhodes is the capital of the Dodecanese Prefecture, a group of islands formerly known as the Southern Sporades.
It is a cosmopolitan island that offer developed tourist facilities. Dozens of beaches and numerous sights make Rhodes number one in your preferences. Rich in mythic and Rhodeshistorical tradition, Rhodes was first settled by the Minoans of Crete and then by the Myceneans and the Dorians. By the 5th century BC the island's three major cities, Lindos, Ialisos and Kamiros formed a commonwealth and contributed to the building of a new capital, "Rose City", or "Rodos" in Greek. The islandrodos-2 ruled its surrounding region both in trade and in military terms, and it became one of the leading powers of the Eastern Mediterranean around the time of Alexander the Great, in the 4th century BC. The beautiful city of Rhodes is the capital of the island of Rhodes and the capital of the Dodecanese group of islands and prefecture. It is divided into two parts: the Old, Medieval city and the New City. The Old City is surrounded by strong walls and is one of the biggest and best preserved medieval settlements of Europe. The medieval city is full of buildings testifying about the past and the history of the island, passing by antiquity, Byzantine times, middle Ages and Turkish rule.

Karpathos

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karpathosKarpathos is the second largest island in the Dodecanese complex, after Rhodes. The island's charms include the landscapes, the villages and the beaches. Basically a mountain range jutting out from the sea, Karpathos offers spectacular views of the Aegean from anywhere on the road that connects Pigadia, the capital, in the south, and Diafani, the secondary harbour, in the north.
Karpathos The island's villages are traditional, with wonderful architecture and charming little, picturesque narrow streets. Although Spoa, Mesochori and Pigadiakarpathos 6 are beautiful, unspoilt Aegean settlements, Olimpos in the north, is an absolute must-see and one of the most spectacular sights of the Aegean Sea. He working windmills, the brightly-coloured houses, the cliff-hanging restaurants and the unique food served here make Olimpos an absolute delight. You should visit the ruins of St. Fotini church and the cave of god Poseidon. In Menetes village it is worth visiting the church of Virgin Mary, the Byzantine churches of St. Mama and St. Antonios as well as the archeological collection of findings of the area. The island features spectacular swimming and diving.

Astypalea

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astipaleaAstipalea is a beautiful and romantic island of Dodecanese complex that attracts more Greek tourists than foreigners . It is a nearly divided in two smaller islands island with many marvelous sandy beaches, very interesting caves and many well preserved ancient ruins. Although being a part of the Dodecanese group, Astipalea looks like a Circadian island because of the wild landscapes and the numerous
churches built on each side of the island. Do not miss a visit to the capital of Astipalea, Chora, with its beautifuAstypaleal white washed houses and a Venetian castle crowning it, and a visit to the windmills, as well as the small port of Maltezanaastipalea 8 , especially between 7 and 9 p.m. when fishermen return and sell fish and crayfish straight from their boats. Visit the churches of Panagias (Virgin Mary), Saint George and Panagia Portaitissa, a 250 years old church. Visit the settlement Livadi, the most fertile area of the island with vineyards, orange-groves and tangerine-trees. Swim to the beach of Tzanaki and take a tour by a cacique to the lagoon Vathi.

Kasos

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kasos 3Kasos stands between Crete and Karpathos. It is the southern island of the Dodecanese group with ancient history and unique traditions. It is mainly rocky and the few sandy beaches are rich in natural sights. Kasos offers tourist facilities for visitors who want to have relaxing and tranquil holidays. According to the latest findings,
it has been proven that Kasians took part in the Trojan War under the leadership of Kos Island. Trade activities were flourishing because of the gift of the Kasians to be excellent navy men. Kasos was reunited with Greece in 1948 (after the Greek revolution of 1821 against the Ottoman Domination) like the rest of the Dodecanese Islands. Don't miss to visit the archaeological collection of Fri and the impressive caves of Selai and Ellininokamara.

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