The most stride Greek island hiding a blue cave and history longer than a thousand years – life
Kastelorizo, also known as Megists, is the least inhabited island in the Greek archipelago Dodecanez, with an area of only 12 km². It is located in the ultimate east of Greece, only two kilometers from the Turkish coast and about 120 km from Rhodes.
Kastelorizo Island
History and attractions
Title islands It comes from the Italian phrase « Castello Rosso » – « Red Castle », which are the knights of St. John (Maltese Knights) raised at the 14th century. centuries above the port. There were an ancient Acropolis and a Byzantine fortress in this place before, it writes Punkufer.hr.
Kastelorizo has a long and rich history – it is still inhabited in Neolith, and Mikenski and Minoia Culture blossomed here. Among the most important monuments there is a Lika Tomb, carved in the rock above the port – a rare and impressive attraction in Greece.
The island was under Ottoman rule for almost four centuries, until 1913. when the locals rebelled and declared independence. Once, Kastelorizo had up to 12,000 inhabitants, while today there was only about 580 people on it.
What to see and do
Despite the small area, the island offers various interesting facts:
Blue Cave – Spectacular marine cave known for intensively blue water. It can only be reached when the sea is completely calm.
Museum of Puzzles – an unusual and creative museum with over 4,000 puzzles and thought tasks.
Historical Museum – Located in the former mosque, shows objects from everyday life and a rich island history.
Beyond Borders Festival – International Documentary Film Festival, which is held every year in late August and gathers film enthusiasts from all over the world.
In addition, Kasteloriza also offers excellent accommodation facilities, restaurants at affordable prices, airport, mail, bank, pharmacy and taxi service.
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