Kythera and Antikythera lie between the Peloponnese and Crete where three seas: the Ionian, the Cretan and Aegean. Attica belong administratively and geographically and historically belongs to the Ionian islands. Kythera and Antikythera measuring 279.5 square km 20.5 sq. km.
Kythera has a population of 3,407 inhabitants, only 45 Antikythera. Kythera has now become an important archeological center that attracts students and archaeologists over the past five years, in fact came to light important findings that seem most likely many more surprises on the history of these two islands.
Kythera, excursions into the history
According to mythology, this is the island birthplace of Aphrodite, the goddess of love.Because of its strategic location Kythera suffered several dominations and has experienced periods of splendor and desolation. All this can be found on the island, rich in art and history as well as cultural events throughout the summer, such as the Wine Festival in Mitata and many concerts throughout the island.
Do not miss a visit to the Venetian Castro Hora is located south of the city. During the walk you can also see the Church of Panagia and you can enjoy majestic scenery from a steep cliff.
The beaches on the island of Kythera
Kythera is a mountainous island with valleys that reach the sea, forming bays with beautiful beaches, Agia Pelagia mention, near the eponymous town located on the northern island, Agios Lefteris west of the island near Logothetianika, from here you can enjoy a spectacular sunset over the sea. Very quiet, the Gulf of Vrulea, ideal for children Diakofti beach where the water is very low. The beach at Kaladi is one of the most famous island is well worth a visit. Komponada, to the east, is one of the wildest beaches; Melidoni opens in a small bay with crystal clear water. Paleopoli is the largest beach of the island and is well equipped. For a holiday animated and sparkling beach is right Chalkos, small but very busy.
Again, thanks to its geological structure, Kythera offers the curious visitor to visit the fascinating caves: Cave of St. Sophia's Milopotamos in the east of the island near Kokala. The Cave of Saint Sophia in Kalamos which is surprising Kapsali and distracted tourists who walk the streets of the country. The cave is located Chusti Diakofti, there were discovered the remains of the 3800 BC
On this island, such as caves, natural beauty intersect with those man-made art, including monuments (all spectacular places in parts of the island) we cite the old Byzantine capital of Kythera, Paleochora; Catouni said the bridge, Construction English; Moudari the lighthouse, the northernmost island lighthouse at Cape Spathi.
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