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KYTHIRA
ISLAND,
GREECE Is
the most southerly of the Ionian islands; was the mythological birthplace
of Aphrodite, who was said to have emerged from the sea here; this
was the ancient center of worship of this goddess. |
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the start of the second millennium B.C. it was a Minoan colony and in
424 BC it came under the sway of Athens. Over the centuries it knew a
succession of conquerors from the Romans to the Byzantines, Venetians
and Turks, and it was frequently looted by Barbary pirates. In 1864, the
island was reunited with the Greek state. Like many of the smaller Aegean islands, Kythira is depopulated. Its present population hovers around 2,500 people, but the modern Greek diaspora has produced perhaps 100,000 Kythiran descendants in Australia alone. The capital of Kythira island, Hora is located on the southern part of the island having no ports connected to the southern Peloponnese or Vatika. Kythera's port for Viatika is in Agia Pelagia Kythira. Most of the over 60 village names in Kythira island end with -anika and a few end with -athika, -iana and -ades. Ports are Agia Pelagia Neapolis - Vatika and Diakofti Gythion, Antikythira, Piraeus, Crete and Neapolis - Vatika |
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TO GET TO KYTHIRA ISLAND, GREECE Kythira is served by daily flights to and from Athens Airport by Olympic Airlines journey time is approximately 40 minutes. There are also daily connections by boat car ferries to and from the Peloponnese and several connections to and from Crete. In the summer period there are also fast hydrofoil connections directly from Piraeus port of Athens. | |
| HORA KYTHIRA GREECE |
LIVADI KYTHIRA GREECE |
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PLACES TO STAY AT FOR YOUR HOLIDAY IN KYTHIRA ISLAND, GREECE |
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Picturesque CHORA the capital city of Kythira is located on the southern
tip of the island, near two major small towns, Livadi and Kapsali. Kytherians
have taken great care in preserving their cultural patrimony. Each small
house has carefully been renovated or built in conformity to very strict
building laws in order to preserve the authenticity and tradition of Kytherian
style and architecture. Next to the capital city, sits one of the best known attractions of Kythira island, a 14th century castle. Located at the top of a hill, this castle can be seen at a distance. There, travelers will admire a breathtaking view of the city and the sea. It’s the perfect tourist attraction for a romantic night walk. . |
LIVADI, Another graphic town of Kythera is Livadi. It is situated 10 kms from Hora. There, tourists can find small shops that sell local products, restaurants and small coffee houses kafeneio. The easy pace of life, the generous and trusting nature of Greeks and the astonishingly beautiful scenery is sure to be found in our little complex . Situated in the center of the island, it ensures access to the island's most graphic beaches and tourist attractions. |
WINDMILL
STUDIOS IN LIVADI KYTHIRA, GREECE
IS RECOMMENDED WINDMILL STUDIOS Milos Studios KYTHIRA The 18th century stone windmill, one of the well-known attractions of the island, along with the two stone made studios have been renovated according to local architecture. Both studios have their own style and have been designed to express individualism and character. They have carefully been furnished with household furnishings from the last century. They welcome you with traditional Kytherian style and all the modern comforts. MORE INFO on Kythira accommodation... |
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