48 km from North to South, very long compared to a width of just 15 km, the island 301 sq measure has a coastal shoreline of 160 km. On the East Coast a wide Bay welcomes its capital, Karpathos also called Pigadia ; the latter developed only in recent years as it overlooks the colourful fishing harbour, with its taverns, typical restaurants and shops that dot the downtown nightlife of Karpathos. The town grew around the Vrondi Bay, a sandy beach of 4 km is also well-equipped for aquatic sports.
About 8 km south of Pigadia is Amoopi, a beautiful resort with Flash lens and really beautiful beaches. In the less known of the island, about 17 miles from Pigadia, there is the village of Arkasa, which are within easy reach of the most popular beaches by surfers.
In the northern part of the island is Delicate, small port connected by a small road to Olympos, small village perched on a mountain as a medieval castle that preserves ancient costumes and folk traditions which have become the subject of study by many ethnologists.
The southern and the northern part of the island are separated by the mountain range that crosses Karpathos and have evolved independently over the centuries. Still today retain much different features very interesting, take some time to visit the various villages and learn about the history and customs of these places.
Information about the weather in Karpathos
The climate of Karpathos is similar to the rest of the islands of the Dodecanese, but it is a bit dryer. It is a mild Mediterranean climate characterised by sunny and dry summers and mild winters. Refreshing breezes and winds blow during the months of July and August, making the summers quite comfortable.
Beaches of Karpathos
Karpathos has some of the most beautiful beaches in Greece. Sandy or pebbled, with emerald water, they meet all tastes. Many of them, especially on the south western coast, are ideal for windsurfing and an international windsurfing competition is held there every summer.
Apella is among the most picturesque beaches on Karpathos. It is actually a lovely cove with exotic water and luch greenery
Kyra Panagia is a picturesque beach close to Achata. The wild ambience, the exotic water and the soft sand amazes visitors
Achata is a wonderful and calm beach with white pebbles and sand. The waters in Achata have an amazing and attractive green colour.
Pigadia,This beautiful beach has sandy coast and clean water. It is organized with sun beds and umbrellas and nice fish taverns line the coast
Megali Amopi is a clean and pebbled beach close to Amopi village. Part of this coast is organized.
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