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Like a huge bare boulder, Kalymnos<\/strong> rises out of the southeastern Aegean Sea. The island is located between Leros and Kos, with the latter usually being the starting point for a trip to Kalymnos. In contrast to the rather green island of Hippocrates, Kalymnos is a rocky and barren island with little vegetation.<\/p>\n

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Welcome to Kalymnos<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Kalymnos is a true paradise for climbers, as there are numerous caves and steep walls where extreme athletes can let off steam. Also worth visiting is the tiny neighboring island of Telendos, just a stone’s throw away, which you can reach in a few minutes by taxi boat.<\/p>\n

Kalymnos is still quite unspoiled and even during the summer months the tourist crowds remain limited. The island may not offer long dream beaches, but it does offer a variety of culinary delights. You can choose from fresh fish, octopus, mermizeli salad and moussaka, among others. On Kalymnos, you will experience true culinary pleasures!<\/p>\n

In this article, we share our personal Kalymnos highlights<\/strong>, which we discovered over more than five stays on the island, and give you important travel tips for a visit.<\/p>\n

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#1 Pothia: Capital of Kalymnos<\/h2>\n

Usually, the exploration of Kalymnos begins in the capital Pothia<\/strong>. It was the Italians during their occupation at the beginning of the 20th century who left clear traces on Kalymnos. Especially in Pothia, the neo-colonial architectural style with its many Art Deco buildings is still clearly visible today.<\/p>\n

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Promenade of Pothia<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

When arriving by ferry, the striking architecture of the port city immediately catches the eye, especially the town hall of Kalymnos. Along the bustling waterfront, pastel-colored two-story mansions and magnificent villas line up next to each other. Here, a touch of southern Italy definitely drifts over this Dodecanese island.<\/p>\n

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Typical architecture of the island<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Depending on the season, between 12,000 and 15,000 people live here. Even in winter, the third largest city in the Dodecanese<\/strong> is lively. Both along the inviting waterfront and in the winding streets of Pothia there are numerous restaurants and shops. However, keep in mind that some places are closed during siesta time (3\u20136 p.m.).<\/p>\n