Kasos 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.
Hippocrates-Father of Medicine
Hippocrates is considered by scientists to be the founder of medicine. He may have been the most important doctor of the ancient times and the best representative of the Medical School of Kos. He was also a profound philosopher and humanitarian. He was born in Kos in 460 BC and was the son...
I swear by Apollo the physician, and Aesculapius, and Hygeia, and Panacea and all the gods and goddesses, making them my witnesses, that I will fulfill, according to my ability and judgment, this Oath and covenant. To hold him, who has taught me this art, as equal to my parents...
According to the most popular myth, Asclepius was the son of Apollo and Koronida, daughter of the King of Thesallia Fleyia. Koronida fell in love with Ishi and so Apollo ordered her death from his sister Artemis. Apollo saved the infant Koronida was carrying, he took it to Pylio and entrusted its upbringing to either...
