The Kythira

A boat trip around Kythira is a wonderful experience that will allow you to discover the coastline and picturesque beaches of the island from a different perspective. Such an activity is ideal for all ages, for families, for groups of friends or even for people traveling alone. Here are some ideas for such an excursion. Your first move is to find out about the available sea excursions in...

Kythira or Tsirigo, the wonderful Greek island with rich history and culture. It is famous for its beautiful landscapes, picturesque villages and welcoming atmosphere. If you are thinking of visiting the island for a few days, and the time is not enough to explore all the attractions, below are some of the top villages that are definitely worth visiting. Chora The capital of the island,...

The three Venetian castles highlight the island's rich history and cultural past. During the Venetian period, which lasted from 1207 to 1797, for about 590 years. Among other things, the Venetians built a system of castles and fortifications in various parts of the island to protect the area from enemy and pirate attacks, as well as to consolidate their power in the Aegean. In Kythera there are a...

Kythera is an island known as "the island of flowers" because of the great variety and beauty of its flowers. Besides its unique flowers it is known for its mild climate, its natural beauty. The island is home to about 500 species of flowers. These flowers can be found all over the island, in fields, forests and gardens. They bloom in spring and summer, adding a wonderful splash of color to the...

The myth says that the goddess Aphrodite emerged from the waters of Kythera and spent the first years in her favorite sanctuary, then went to Cyprus, where it is also considered the place of the goddess. The desymbolization of the above story reveals the dual nature of the goddess she was, spiritual and carnal love. Kythera bears the title of the island of the Heavenly Venus for several reasons, let's...