A few words about Kos Island
Nestled right opposite the coast of Turkey, in the heart of the Aegean archipelago, Kos is a genuine Greek Island that belongs to the Dodecanese Island complex. The island is located 338 km (210 miles) from Athens, it has a coastline of 112 kilometres and a population of approximately 35.000 people.
Its recently renovated international airport, Hippocrates, offers daily flights to Athens and links Kos to several European countries.
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Kos stands out as the Dodecanese’s premier beach destination; a true Mediterranean oasis both for history enthusiasts and adventure seekers. Its vast vegetation, mild climate, Aegean-blue waters and never-ending coastlines form a scenery of extraordinary beauty, ideal for summer holidays.
The island has a rich history dating back to prehistoric times, about 3.000 BC. It is also often described as an open-air museum, and rightly so, featuring dozens of archaeological sites and offering plentiful cultural events throughout the year. Hippocrates (460-377 BC), the father of medicine and author of the Hippocratic Oath, practised and taught his medicine in the ancient Asklepion, one of the most emblematic landmarks preserved in the countryside of Kos. Many and diverse historical monuments are a testament to the crossroads of civilisations that once bloomed on the island. Churches, Ooman mosques, distinctive roman architecture, exotic palm trees, and of course, Mediaeval castles, form an extraordinary fusion of outstanding cultural landscapes and natural beauty.
Cycling, horseback riding, wine tasting tours, mountain biking, hiking, island hopping, dozens of water sports, windsurfing, kitesurfing, scuba diving, taking pictures of exotic pink flamingos in the island’s wetlands (Tigaki or Psalidi), feeding peacocks (Plaka forest) or hiking on top of mountain Dikaios are some of the options to keep you occupied and help you get in touch with nature.
Cosmopolitan, vivid and diverse, Kos is undoubtedly one of the most outstanding Greek destinations, offering a fascinating, complete and wide-ranging travel experience.
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How to reach Kos Island
There are different ways to get to the island of Kos depending on your departure point.
Through the air: The fastest and easiest way to travel to Kos is by plane. The recently renovated International Airport of Kos, Hippocrates (KGS), is located in Antimachia and offers connectivity with several European countries daily from May to October. At the same time, Kos is connected with Athens up to three times a day, with flights lasting about 35’. Many popular Greek destinations are also linked to Kos Island through the brand new airport, such as Thessaloniki, Rhodes and Heraklion with direct flights, but mostly during the spring and summer months.
The international airport of Kos is located about 23,5 kilometres away from Kos town and is a 30-35’ minute drive, using the district road of Kos - Kefalos.
For more information visit: https://www.kgs-airport.gr/
Through the sea: The main harbour of Kos is located in the city centre and offers daily connections to Athens (port of Piraeus) and other Greek destinations. The itineraries are enhanced during the spring and summer months and are often less frequent during the autumn and winter months. Furthermore, Kos Island is connected with neighbouring islands such as Rhodes, Symi, Leros, Kalymnos, Patmos, Leipsoi etc. daily via catamarans.
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- https://www.bluestarferries.com/
- https://www.superfast.com/
- https://www.l2ne.gr/
Kos Marina: Kos is located in the heart of the Aegean, one of the most significant sailing destinations in Europe. Offering a total of 265 berths, Kos Marina accommodates yachts ranging from 8 to 80 meters and is located in the centre of Kos Island. A taxi ride from the airport to Kos marina takes about half an hour.