Kos map

Capital: Kos

Overview:

Kos, home of Hippocrates, has a long tradition in science, history and culture. Various events, all day life and wonderful sights attest it. The mild weather, the long tropical beaches, the idyllic resorts and the natural beauty attract the tourists every year. Kos Island offers both lively and relaxing holidays with the memory of unforgettable beautiful images.

Best Kos Sights:

• Ancient Agora

• Antimahia Castle built by the Knights of Rhodes

• The monument of Asklepion

• The Mosque of Gazi Hassan Pasha

• The Castle of the Knights

• Excavations in Kardamena

• Kamari Temples

• The ruined Castle of Kefalos

• The Plane-Tree of Hippocrates

• Roman Kos

Places to visit:

• The curative Springs, the natural wells of Bubble Beach

• The Marina of Kos

• Churches and Monasteries

Best Kos beaches:

Camel beach and Lagades in Kefalos, Sunny beach, Psalidi, Trigaki and Big Blue.

Special Events:

The most notable is the "Hippocratia" taking place from July to September. "The Dikea" and "The Heraclia" is two other important festivals organised during July and August. Of great interest are also the Fish Feast, the Ouzo Festival and the Wine and Honey Festival. Chess Contests, local customs and religious festivities are held throughout the year.