Villages of Kalymnos

These picturesque resorts are located on the Mid - West side of Kalymnos. They are part of the 'Brosta' region of the island and they both are quaint Greek villages. Kantouni beach is renown to be the most beautiful on the island.

This village is located opposite the island of Telendos and it is a lively tourist resort. It is considered to be the most developed area of the island, which also makes it one of the most popular holiday destinations.

On the west side of the island we meet the village of Myrties which is named after the numerous myrtle trees ( Myrties, in Greek ) that thrive in that area. It is a popular tourist resort.

The picturesque town of Pothia is the capital town of the island of Kalymnos and is built like an amphitheatre around its port.

The very quiet and beautifull bay of Emprios, has a very clean beach with many restaurants and tavernas ready to serve fresh fish and other local foods.

Vathis is a wonderful green valley just 12 km from Pothia. The village has been liveable from neolithic age and has ruins of Hellenic, Byzantine and Roman times. The port of Vathis is also very good place for yachts to moor with a perfect shelter from the wind.