Walks

Walk in the Chora ...
In Chora, the capital of Kithira and administrative center of the island, you will see many mansions and old noble houses. The southwestern edge of this traditional capital a Venetian castle is built on an  impressive rock, which offers magnificent views of the bays of Feloti and Kapsali, especially late in the afternoon at the sunset at sea. The houses are built close to one another and among the narrow streets with arches. Here are the simple island architecture with a strong Venetian point. The colors are dominated by white walls and blue wooden windows. The Venetian castle built in 1503 Country on the ruins of earlier fortifications 1150 and was the seat of the Venetian governor of the island. Housed in the premises of the Historical Archives of Kythera rich material from the Venetian. Among the ruins of buildings visible and large cistern, the powder keg and the temples of Panagia Kastrinos or Mirtidiotissa, Panagia Orfanos of Pantokrator and St. John.
Another attraction of the country is small Archaeological Museum at the entrance of the village. The Museum has two halls. The first, the main hall on the right contains findings of Prehistoric and Classical year mainly from the main island with marble lion from the 6th century. BC, findings of the early 19th century., which probably comes from Palaiokastro. In the medieval village of Inside Hamburg, right below the eastern side of the fortress of the castle city, you will find many churches. The route from the exit of the country until Gymnasium (region Belventere) offers wonderful views of the castle, Kapsali and Mesa Vurgo and is considered one of the most beautiful locations across the country and the Mediterranean. The most beautiful building in the English period in Kythera and most favored by the time the school Milapideas, which dominates a hill between Livadi, Fatsadika, Kontolianika, the building was vaulted roof and is perfectly built with perfect proportions and a lot of taste. It has around 11 huge gothic windows Pelekita trade. In Livadi Kato will visit the Church of the Ascension occupied Collection Project and Post-Byzantine Art Kythera. It is a characteristic building of the end of the 17th or early 18th century  which has become a museum.


Walk in the Kato Livadi ...
Crossing Kato Livadi heading north to Katouni will find an impressive bridge, which was built when the English conquers where here (1826) by the inhabitants of the island using the drudgery (requisition animals and work) and completed in a very short time. It is 110m long., Height 15m. Width 6m. and 13 arches and is perhaps the largest of its kind in Greece. It is one of the greatest works of English era on Kythera.

walk in Karavas ...
In Karavas, one of the most beautiful villages of the island, you will see the source of Amir Ali, which is hidden beneath shady trees. Also in Karava if you follow the river will reach the inexhaustible source of ferrous source «Orange» while taking the old paths will lead you to small old villages that are built on the slopes, forgotten by time.


«Pirated Travel» in Paleochora ...
In the central part of the island is Paleochora. Access is relatively difficult, but the result is worth after you see a medieval city desolated, Agios Dimitrios, the Byzantine capital of the island that the locals call Paleohora. It is built on a rocky hill 216 m in height around the gorge is the Kakia Lagada. The gorge has offered security to the city because it was hidden from the sea,where communication was difficult. The city was abandoned when it was destroyed by the invasion of pirate Barbarosa 1537. In the village of Paliochoras you will see the ruins of at least 80 houses and 21 churches.

The Historical Mirtidia ...
On the way to Mirtidia you will pass through the a hole from stone, a small shift in rock since the British, and you will reach the monastery Myrtidion. Here, among the trees called “Myrties” was found the miraculous image of the Virgin Mary. The monastery was founded in the 14th century at the exact place where they found the icon, who saved so far and is the most sacred pilgrimage of the island. Ask them to show you the ledger, the party found the picture, and the place where people leaves gifts for help,the door with the hudge kye a remnant of the era of the pirates. The image of the Virgin Mary, is the most important religious event of Kythera.


Full speed for Kato Chora in Milopotamos ...
In the district of Mylopotamos “Kato Chora”you can see the Venetian castle ruins. The entry of relief ornament lion, the lion of St. Mark, symbol of the Venetian domination. The settlement was developed especially after the invasion of Barbarossa, fled here after several residents and Paliochoras impressed with the architecture. The Church of Jesus Christ (15th century). And the church of St. John Prodromos (1518) is one of the oldest and decorated with unique frescoes. Enjoy the sunset from here.

The Holly cave of St Sofia ...
Leaving the Castle of Kato Chora in Mylopotamos and continuing towards the west will get the road to the cave of St. Sophia. The cave is open only in summer and you can only enter with a guide. After entering the cave in a few steps you will find the church of St. Sophia, where the left side of the iconos illustrated (with black scarf) and the daughters of Love, Hope and Faith in Christ’s side between the Virgin Mary and Saint John the Baptist. The murals are works of the painter Theodore (late 13th century.). Moving deeper into the cave will enjoy a wonderful spectacle with stalactites and stalagmites.

“Neraida” the waterfall
In the square of Mylopotamos sign with the words «Neraida, Cataractis» which leads to an idyllic location. “neraida” is an overgrown area with very very old trees, tropical greenery and beautiful bridges. There is a waterfall, the stream of shady “Fonissa”, forming lake where you can swim though the water is very cold. Around the lake there are wooden benches for visitors.you can walk along the small river and there begins a beautiful  path that leads to old watermills one of which has been recently restored.

In the alleys of Paleopolis ...
In Paleopolis just before the beach stands on the left you can see the main residential center of the island, the capital of Kythera during antiquity. This was the ancient temple of the goddess Aphrodite according to the descriptions of Pausanias.

In the fishing village of Avlemonas ...
In Avlemonas, a picturesque village with a natural harbor at the entrance of which will meet the Castelo, a small Venetian fortress built in 1565 on which entry is the lion of St. Mark. The Castelo was built to protect the harbor from the Venetians. In this small fort saved a few cannons and rooms of the guards and take action for the restoration and maintenance. Further north, in the back of small coves, dominates the mansion Kavalini with solar clock above the main entrance.


Escape to the mountain ...
In south-west of the island is the mountain of St. Elesas on top of which is dedicated to the Holy Temple and a small group of cells used for moncs. Saint Elesa was, daughter of Greece. The site offers a wonderful view at sunset.

Kapsali bay ...
In Kapsali, at the entrance of the village, heading to the left will lead you in the small chapel of St. John on the cliff. The temple is built in a small cave which subsequently water dripping from the roof and is considered to be holy water. According to a tradition St. John started the writing of Revelation before going to Patmos.