Kalymnos Frequent Questions
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Doctors and medical services
Kalymnos has the most organized and equipped hospital in the North of the Dodecanese. Due to its sponge diving tradition, it is also one of the two hospitals in Greece with an operational de-compression champer, which is used for the various treatment of divers in case of need. The Kalymnians are very proud of the medical services of the Island. You...
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Weather and the best time to visit Kalymnos
The island of Kalymnos has almost the same weather as in all the other islands of the Dodecanese. Sunny dry summers and mild winters with refreshing breezes during the months of July and August, reducing the temperatures a little. Heavy rains can occur during the winter months.
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Tavernas and Bars
What you will definetely notice while on holiday in Kalymnos is the quality of food in the local tavernas. Fresh fish, accompanied by local specialities and 'mezze' make every meal a memoriable one. Local bars are more like Cafe bars, where you will find a lot of locals with their families enjoying the nice coffee or drink. During the winter, Kalymnos...
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Banks And Cash Machines
The central banks of the Island are in Porthia, as well as the majority of the exchange offices. The post office is also in Pothia.
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Shopping
The island of Kalymnos has many family run shops, such as supermarkets, traditional bakeries, pastry shops and many other shops selling the local produce of the island.
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Public Holidays and Festivals
Kalymnos, like many other parts of Greece, celebrates many religious festivals and feasts.
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Police
The police station, the harbour authorities, the municipal building, the provincial governor's office are all to be found in the capital of Pothia. The Police telephone number is 0030 243 22100 and the Tourist Police can be contacted on 171.
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Telephones
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Petrol Stations
The opening times of Petrol stations on the island of Kalymons are - 07.00-19.00 daily 07.00-15.00 Saturdays
