Summer is in full swing, which means it's time for a long-awaited vacation. It can be carried out in different ways, but the ideal option would be to rest on the shore of the warm sea. One of the paradises in the Aegean Sea is the small Greek island of Kos. It is here that you can spend unforgettable days with friends or in a close family circle.
The Greek island of Kos is not very large. This makes it ideal for a relaxing holiday. The island is located in the Aegean Sea, a couple of kilometers from the Turkish coast. The ideal months to visit are May-October.
Attractions of the island
The small size of the island is offset by a large number of attractions.
In the coastal village of Mastichari, located in the west of Kos, you can enjoy the provincial coziness, a well-groomed beach and developed infrastructure. On the beautiful beach, you can not only enjoy sunbathing, but also try your hand at windsurfing and more.
Another cozy area of Kos is Marmari, loved by tourists for its magnificent beach with fine sand, as well as for the opportunity to practice active sports.
Since the island of Kos is the birthplace of Hippocrates, it is impossible not to visit the plane tree with his name. Of course, this is not the same plane tree that, according to legend, Hippocrates planted in order to instruct his students in the shade of a tree, but only his distant descendant, but it will be interesting to see him in order to travel back to the times of antiquity.
Among the monuments of ancient Greek architecture, the Asclepion stands out, built in honor of the god Asclepius among the cypress groves. Asklepion was not only a sanctuary, but also an ancient medical school, and a hospital, and a sanatorium. In the central part of the island is the small village of Antimachia, where you can see the Venetian fortress. The main attraction of the island is the Castle of the Knights, also called the Fortress of the Johannites. Built in the XIV century, the castle is well preserved, giving the island's guests an opportunity to touch the ancient history.
The Tigaki area is famous for the beach of the same name, stretching for 10 kilometers. The beach is almost ideal for a family vacation - clean, with a wonderful bottom, shallow water, which allows even the smallest children to relax here.
Recreation and entertainment
Holidays on the island can be different - calm and contemplative or active.
White beaches with fine sand are ideal for those who want to lie in the sun to the sound of the waves.
For surfers, there are also all conditions for recreation. Nature lovers will appreciate the opportunity to observe flamingos, turtles and seals.
Nightlife lovers will not be bored on the island either - there are bars, traditional Greek taverns, restaurants and nightclubs.
You can spend a day at sea fishing, or you can make a kind of safari around the island in jeeps. After a day full of impressions and emotions, you can go to one of the Greek taverns to enjoy traditional dishes, taste a variety of wines and see all the beauty of Greek dance.
