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Pachia Ammos

For many, it’s the most beautiful beach on Nisyros. It has dark thick sand, dunes, no shade nor facilities, while it’s also nudist friendly and free campers’ favorite. You have to walk a rough path for 10 minutes in order to reach it.

Local & delicious

Fresh fish and sea food is the island’s gastronomic trademark. You can also try specialties such as kid goat meat stuffed with bread crumbs, pilafi (rice) and revithokeftedes (balls made with chick peas). Also, a variety of sweets like katoumari (sweet pie), strava (type of baklavas) and chalvas (made with semolina).

Feasts & events

The island’s two major feasts take place on July 20th (to honor Prophet Elijah) and on May 21st at the Cathedral of Agios Konstantinos and Agia Eleni. Moreover, on the 13th of September Kastellorizo celebrates the Day of Independence.

Day trip to Kas, Turkey

The famous Turkish cosmopolitan resort with its well-known bazaar is merely half an hour from Kastellorizo by boat. It’s one of the most popular excursions and surely worth a visit.

Paleokastro

This is the island’s top ancient monument – the ancient capital that features the remains of a 3rd c BC Doric acropolis, cisterns, buildings, three churches, plus panoramic views. At the same area (Limenari) you can see the relics of cyclopean walls.

The Blue Cave (also known as Cave of Parasta or Fokiali)

The Blue Cave (also known as Cave of Parasta or Fokiali): A must experience in one of the most impressive underwater caves found in the Greek islands and the Mediterranean. Only a small boat can take you there, as the cave’s entrance is so confined you’ll practically have to bend down or swim in it. The stalactites and stalagmites, the iridescent light, the water reflections and various colors create a truly unique spectacle. The cave is also home for many animal species, including the monk seal.

Boat day trip to the islet of Ro

Located at the southwest of Kastellorizo, it is famous for its sole inhabitant, the so-called “Lady of Ro” aka Mrs Despina Achladioti. She used to raise the Greek flag every day on this tiny piece of land for many decades, until she passed away in 1982. A memorial dedicated to her is built on the islet.

Sights at the capital

The Knights of St John named the island Kastellorizo (Castello Rosso) because of the red cliffs above the town – at that very spot they built in the 14th c a prestigious castle, whose remains can be visited today. At the foot of the castle, you can also see the island’s landmark monument: The preserved 4th c BD Lycian tomb, carved in a rock (its name comes from the inhabitants of Minor Asia, also called Lycians).