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Astypalea Greece

Astypalea Greece is a small island that belongs to the Dodecanese Greek Islands. It is located between Kos and Amorgos. Because of its small size, tourism is not much developed but it doesn't lack the basic facilities. However, the island worths a visit as it offers peace and transquility to its visitors as well as excellent natural beauty.

This section of Astypalea Island, provides much information: pictures, map, villages, history, museums, architecture, excursions, weather and more such as a large range of hotels...

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:: Latest reviews (9 total reviews)


- A romantic trip under the moon (25-08-2011)
- Place to grow old (13-09-2010)
- Walk to the beaches (20-02-2010)
- At the end of the world (10-09-2009)

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Fishernets on AstypaläaBubble sun. Playing with the bubble thing while sun is coming up.Window to the Aegean. View from KastroAtypalaia FlowerIt's easy..Mamouni Desert

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- Still without a proper medical centre (20/02)

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:: The Villages

The villages on Astypalea are small but picturesque. Whether they are located on the seaside or the countryside, they all have a lot of peace and a nice surrounding to offer to their visitors. Their inhabitants are few and most of them occupy with agriculture and fishing. The capital of ths island is Chora and a popular settlement is Pera Yialos, a seaside village with a great beach.


:: The beaches

Astypalea is known for its relaxing and clean beaches. The island is surrounded by a lot of bays and coves that formate small beaches to enjoy a day in the sun. The most famous beaches on Astypalea are Pera Yialos, Maltezana and Marmari. Some are accessible on foot abd by car, while others can only be reached by boat.

:: The Windmills in Chora

The most famous and picturesque corner on Astypalea is the path that leads to the Venetian Castle in Chora. This path is lined by nine, beautifully-preserved windmills. These windmills were built in the 18th and the 19th century. They are not used today to grind the wheat with the power of the wind, but they remind to all locals and visitors the traditional character and long history of this small island.
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