The pristine, small and volcanic island of Kimolos is one of the least known islands of Greece.
Though a sparsely-inhabited island today, Kimolos has a rich history and tradition behind. |
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The remnants of ancient Kimolos found in the nearby Koftou beach at the bottom of the sea are a testimony of the island’s ancient habitation from the times of the Mycenaean period.
In the ancient times, Kimolos was a battlefield between Athens, who was the ruler of the island, and Sparta, the ruler of the neighbouring Milos Island.
In the Medieval times, the caves of Kimolos used to be shelters for pirates. From the 13th to the 16th century, Kimolos was part of the Venetian Duchy of the Cyclades. |
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Her memory is commemorated on 5th October on the island with big celebrations.
In 1829, after the Greek War of Independence, Kimolos was deliberated from the Turks and |
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