Kastellorizo
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Kastellorizo is one of the Greek Islands of the Dodecanese. It is a tiny, tranquil island ideal for an off-the-beaten-track vacation.Understand
Kastellorizo (Greek: Μεγίστη Megisti, "the biggest", as it is the largest island of the small surrounding archipelago shared by Greece and Turkey, Turkish: Meis) is the easternmost Greek island, just off southwest Turkey. The nearest bit of the rest of Greece, Rhodes, is away, while the distance to the mainland Turkish town of Kaş is a mere .
The Mediterranean island's sole village is the port itself, with traditional stately residences built around two natural bays.
The Mediterranean island's sole village is the port itself, with traditional stately residences built around two natural bays.
Get in
The small does not see much traffic, but Olympic Air has one flight per day from Rhodos on weekdays.
There are also ferries from Rhodos, with both Blue Star Ferries and Dodekanisos Seaways offering daily service during the summer months, and several times per week during winter. Also, Meis Expres runs a ferry from nearby Kaş, Turkey.
See
Castle of the KnightsA medieval castle with wonderful views
Archaelogical Museum
PalaiokastroAncient settlement
Galazia SpiliaVisually striking cave where you may spot a Mediterranean monk seal.
Do
Beaches
FaroNear the port, in the rocky area around the castle.
MandrakiCan be reached by boat only.
PlakesCan be reached by boat only.
Eat
AlexandraSeafood mezes and slipper lobster.
PlataniaOctopus in tomato sauce with shallots.
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Paragadi
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Sleep
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