Greeka.com: Kalymnos Reviews - Greece and the Greek Islands

Beaches: Good base for trips

Tue, 31 Jan 2012 07:54:43 GMT

Kantouni is a popular resort on the western side of Kalymnos. Probably the most popular resort in Kalymnos together with Panormos and Massouri, but do not have the picture of a crowded tourist place. Certainly all resorts in Kalymnos are a lot quieter than in other islands. The beach is not very large but it is organized and has some delicious taverns by the seaside. The water is clean, I could...

General: Truly relaxing vibes

Tue, 31 Jan 2012 07:54:43 GMT

We stayed at an apartment in Massouri, the main resort on the island. The large sand and shingle beach had plenty of sun beds and a water sport facility. A great place to swim and the beach shelves gently, although the current is a bit strong once you venture far out. We ate some great seafood at the tavernas on the beachfront. There were a few above the beach, and we had to climb several sets ...

General: Apparently popular with climbing

Tue, 31 Jan 2012 07:54:43 GMT

A tour in the Dodecanese meant that we had only two days to spend in the small islands (Kalymnos, Patmos, Leros, etc), so I can't tell you many details about Kalymnos, only my general impressions. We stayed in Myrties to be close to the beach. There are good buses from the port to Myrties, Massouri and all these to...

General: More earthen colours

Tue, 31 Jan 2012 07:54:43 GMT

Kalymnos is a typical Greek island, maybe a bit different in colours. Colours in Kalymnos are not so much blue and white, but earthern colours, like brown and yellow. I think this is because mountains dominate in Kalymnos and this has affected the architecture. Many people I know go to Kalymnos for climbing, but th...

General: Dreaming about Kalymnos

Tue, 31 Jan 2012 07:54:43 GMT

Last summer I was in Tinos, met a waiter who told me that Kalymnos is beatiful, so I decided to visit it! For one year I have looked many photos, read many articles, I dreamed a lot about Kalymnos.. I spent 12 days in this beautiful island... beautiful days! Wonderful view of Telendos from my balcony, in Melitsachas, very simple and kind people, simple slow life, very good food,rocky mountai...

General: Famous among climbers and divers

Tue, 31 Jan 2012 07:54:43 GMT

Kalymnos is an island in the dodecanessa. Small but big in apearance. For people who are looking for authentic Greece. It is like time stood still here. Still there is a lot to do on this island. It's world famous among the climbers. There are hiking routes all over the island. Also for divers there are many opportunities. The atmosphere on