Also known by the locals as Tzia, Kea is the Cycladic island closest to the peninsula of Attica. In fact, it is only an hour far from the port of Lavrion.
With a expanse of 130,5 sq. m. and a coastline of 81,5 sq. m., Kea has an intense landscape and interesting trekking paths, through forests and aside beaches and archaeological sites.
The landscape of Kea is hilly, but not particularly mountainous. The highest mountain peak is Prophet Elias, at an altitude of 561 m. |
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however, is always crystal.
The most famous beaches of Kea are Koundouros, Gialiskari and Otzias. For more privacy, there are many other smaller beaches accessed by car or on foot.
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The capital of Kea is Ioulida, which is also the capital of Kea-Kythnos Courthouse. The main port of the island is Korissia, where ferry arrive and yachts moor in summer.
Another safe port for yachts and fishing boats is Vourkari, about 3 km east of Korissia. |
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