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Kalymnos island – rocky coves sailing paradise

Kalymnos island

Kalymnos island, is a Greek island and municipality in the southeastern Aegean Sea. It belongs to the Dodecanese islands west of the peninsula of Bodrum.  Between the islands of Kos (south, at a distance of 12 km  and Leros (north, at a distance of less than 2 kM. She is also linked to it through a series of islets. Kalymnos island lies  five hours away by sea from Rhodes.  It is also known as Càlino in Italian and Kilimli or Kelemez in Turkish.

Kalymnos is neighbored by the small island of Telendos, which was once part of Kalymnos. It was split off after a major earthquake in 554 AD and is now separated from Kalymnos by a channel of water.

Between Kalymnos and Kos lies the islet of Pserimos which is inhabited. Pserimos island is one of the largest of the lesser islands of the Dodecanese. Near Pserimos lies the islet of Platí, and about 5 km to the NE lies the small islet of Kalolimnos.

Visit Kalymnos island

While its sponge-fishing heyday is long past, therefore Kalymnos island remains inextricably entwined with the sea. Its turquoise bays hold some delightful beaches, albeit largely pebble rather than sand. Not to fogeret  gastronomic treats include octopus in ouzo, and spinialo (devilfish and urchins in sea water).

The Kalymnian landscape is rocky, its majestic mountain slopes fragrant with thyme, sage and oregan as well. These herbs are essential ingredients in the delicious honey for which the island is famous. Fertile valleys offer pleasing contrast, especially Vathi with its turquoise fiord and peaceful groves of citrus fruit.

Kalymnos island is best known as home of the world’s finest sponge divers. The sea has always been a focal point for island life. Becuse of its colorful traditions and sense of community remain almost unchanged. Picturesque landscapes for walking, clear blue seas for snorkeling or scuba-diving, rock faces of unique quality for climbing. And a warm-hearted hospitality are just some of the pleasures that await the visitor.

Visit Kalymnos island on  North Dodecanese gulet cruise itinerary

 

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