Photogallery of Kalymnos Island, Greece

St. Peter  ~ Αγ. Πέτρος
St. Peter ~ Αγ. Πέτρος by M Lamprinos @flickr
a place you can call heaven on Earth
a place you can call heaven on Earth by M Lamprinos @flickr
Kalymnos Island
Kalymnos Island by jeff_006 @flickr
Kalymnos Island
Kalymnos Island by jeff_006 @flickr
Kalymnos Island
Kalymnos Island by jeff_006
Kalymnos Island
Kalymnos Island by M Lamprinos @flickr
Sea & Mountains ~ Kalymnos ~ Greece ~ M Lamprinos
Sea & Mountains ~ Kalymnos ~ Greece ~ M Lamprinos by M Lamprinos @flickr
Kalymnos HPIM0938
Kalymnos HPIM0938 by M Lamprinos @flickr
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DSC04967 by villeveta @flickr
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More to see in Kalymnos Island
Kalymnos is an ideal place for active tourists. The island is incredibly popular among climbers from all over the world. There are hundreds of climbing routes on the island. They are all of different difficulty. The Climbing Festival is held here twice a year. Its participants arrange masterclasses and share the experience with each other. Not only experienced sportsmen come here. If you want to learn anything from scratch, be sure to come to this event. The island is also popular among divers. Picturesque underwater landscapes, different species of flora and fauna attract a lot of people to Kalymnos. Moreover, you can rent all the necessary equipment at a low price. What's interesting, the only Greek diving school is located on Kalymnos. You can learn all the subtleties of scuba diving in the state school. Don’t miss the chance to dive where sponges grow, which have been important for the Greek economy for several centuries. Locals share the secrets of sponge fishing, so you can try your hand at this activity. Fishing in the open sea is also popular on Kalymnos. However, you can fish from the shore, but open sea fishing gives unforgettable emotions and experience. You don’t have to you’re your equipment, you can rent it in the port and all the large settlements of the island. Do you want to admire the fauna of the Aegean sea but there is no desire to try diving? So, look for a secluded place on the island, buy or rent a mask and a snorkel and … Read further

Chapters of the guide to Kalymnos Island

Top hotels with reviews

Atlantis can be found in a couple of steps from the Myrties Beach; the former can be called the true embodiment of the best national traditions. Its cozy lounge is decorated with authentic wooden furniture and many other local accessories; you can see the traditional gazebo braided with grapevine at the entrance to the hotel. Comfortable rooms with furnished balconies are decorated in simple style, and their … Open

Attractions and active leisure

Kalymnos is an ideal place for active tourists. The island is incredibly popular among climbers from all over the world. There are hundreds of climbing routes on the island. They are all of different difficulty. The Climbing Festival is held here twice a year. Its participants arrange masterclasses and share the experience with each other. Not only experienced sportsmen come here. If you want to learn anything from … Open

Cuisine and top restaurants

There are more than a dozen taverns on Kalymnos. They are popular not only due to a large number of tourists on the island. Many taverns are visited by Greek people. Many taverns on Kalymnos have been standing in their places for decades, owned by the same family. If you want to find traditional Greek food, which wasn’t changed for tourists, try to find a place far from touristic spots. But you should know that … Open

Traditions and mentality of Kalymnos Island

While communicating with Greeks, remember that they are emotional people and can easily interrupt each other and raise their voice even during a dialogue with close people. Locals touch people during a conversation without any embarrassment. You should refer to the Greek is by the first name as long as he did not ask to call himself by the second name. People shake hands only at the first meeting, then they greet … Open

Travel guide to Kalymnos Island

Kalymnos is an ideal destination for all fans of active recreation and sports entertainment. It is a great place to try various types of water sports. Moreover, there are several attractive diving sites not far away from the coast. As the terrain of this island is mostly rocky, Kalymnos attracts fans of alpinism. There are suitable areas for beginners who only make first steps in this dangerous sport and several … Open

Kalymnos Island for children - what to visit

Kalymnos is a great place for curious and active children. There are no amusement parks and waterparks, but historical attractions and sports centres will make holidays eventful. For example, teenagers can visit a state diving centre, which is the only one in Greece. There are no doubts that young climbers will love the island. There are different climbing routes on the island, due to its mountainous terrain. … Open

Top sigths of Greece

Many tourist destinations are located in the territory of Attica – the capital region of the country. The most famous landmarks of the region include Delphi and the Apollo Temple, the Oracle and the Sybil Stone. … Open

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