Nisyros What to see and where to rest on volcanic island?

11/30/2015

Nisyros is a small Greek island located not far from Spit. It was once an active volcano. And now is A popular destination for excursions from neighboring islands.

If you believe the myths, then Nisyros is a rock cut off from Kos, which Poseidon threw at the giant Polibot. For tourists island attractive calm atmosphere and a unique natural phenomenon in the form of an active volcano. What is worth seeing on Nisyros and where relax?

Sights of Nisyros

The main attraction of the island is its famous Volcano, which is considered the youngest in Greece. It is valid, but perfectly safe to visit. By the bottom volcanic craters with boiling puddles and hot ground can walk But no less a spectacular view will open if you stand on the edge of the volcano – panoramas resemble lunar landscapes. By the way, exactly with volcanic activity scientists associate the appearance on Nisyros thermal waters. Their useful properties people used to recovery in ancient times, as evidenced by the remnants Roman terms.

photo: Dionisis Partheniadis

In the small village of Nikia there is a volcano island museum. Through the materials presented here, visitors can learn about the structure and history of the Greek volcanoes.

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In Mandraki you can see the castle of the knights, built on a high cliff. It was built in 1315. Today inside The castle is located the Monastery of Panayia Spiliani, dedicated to the Virgin – the patroness of the island. Inside stored valuable icons. Among them are silvered icons of Christ and the Virgin Mary XVIII century.

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In the same city there is a Folklore Museum – a place where you can learn a lot about the traditions of Nisyros. is he presents a collection of typical costumes of this island, weapons different eras, work tools, dishes, old photographic equipment and rare photos.

Main Locations Nisyros

The island has a small population, so all the villages Nisyros small. But all without exception attract their charm. Pali – calm picturesque fishing The village and one of the oldest settlements of Nisyros. Work here good coastal taverns, there are historical churches, and in a few steps from Pali are quiet beaches with clean by the waters.

Emporio is a traditional village buried in greenery. From it you can see the seascapes and see the volcano. Once in Emporio, it is worth visiting the Monastery of Panaia Kira, built at an altitude of 450 m.

photo: Petr Bozek

Mandraki is the capital and main port of Nisyros. Here tourists can find many options for accommodation and leisure activities. The best taverns of the island work in Nisyros noisy bars, although in general the atmosphere in the city is calm. Capital the island is interesting old medieval streets, the remains the ancient city and the acropolis, which is located above the port.

Beaches Nisyrosa

The coastal line of the island stretches for 30 km, so places for there is enough rest. 4 km from Mandraki there is Pali Beach. This is a popular place among lovers of rest on the sandy coast, but the beach is rarely crowded. Pali is safe for children. However, the infrastructure here is underdeveloped – there are only a few taverns on the coast.

Photo: Jo Seifried

9 km from Mandraki is the largest beach Nisyros – Katsuni. Surrounded by rocks, it offers tourists quiet refuge from the bustle of the resorts. The beach is not spoiled by tourist infrastructure, and its only attraction – cave.

Lies is another spacious beach, 13 km from Mandraki, which is formed by small bays. This is wild The coast does not have a deckchair rental, so it’s best to take towel. But there are good taverns nearby.

Avlaki – a beach that is interesting for tourists its hot springs. They are able to positively influence the body, so you can combine bathing with recovery. The shallow water makes Avlaki a good beach for families with children.

Usually tourists spend no more than two days on Nisyros or just a few hours coming from kos. Inspect the main the sights of this island are really possible for a short time. But even this will be enough to fall under the spell traditional atmosphere, historical architecture and natural beauty Nisyrosa