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Miracles under the sun! With 3,000 hours of sunshine per year, the Dodecanese Islands<\/strong> one of the sunniest regions in Europe. It is said that 12 islands belong to the archipelago (Greek: “Dodekanisa” = “twelve islands”). In fact, there are twice as many inhabited islands and over 100 more rocky islands and reefs.<\/p>\n

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Typical Dodecanese: dream bays and pretty villages<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Peaks up to 1,200 m high sink into the deep blue sea. Hills overgrown with wild herbs are populated by goats. Traditional villages alternate with tourist strongholds. On the coast, one beach follows the other. Colorful gravel, light sand or dark volcanic sand. There is something for everyone!<\/p>\n

Numerous occupiers shaped the appearance of this Greek Islands<\/a> in the south-east Aegean. Romans, Byzantines, Ottomans and Italians left their traces on the “Twelve Islands”, which are still visible today. Welcome to a journey of discovery through one of the most diverse Greek island worlds. Welcome to the Dodecanese!<\/p>\n

In this article, we introduce you to the individual islands of the Dodecanese. In addition to the touristically sought-after islands of Rhodes and Kos, you can also expect some Greece Insider Tips<\/strong>. In the north, Greece connoisseurs are drawn to Patmos, Lipsi or Leros. In the south, you can enjoy heavenly peace on Tilos, Halki and Kassos.<\/p>\n

12 facts about the Dodecanese Islands<\/h3>\n