Travelling around Greece

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June 2021

Travel to our villages! The most remote village, since it is 42 km away from the city, is Kefalos. It has around 4,000 inhabitants. It is divided into two parts: the traditional settlement and the seaside village, Kamari. On this beach opposite the islet "Kastri" are the early Christian basilicas of Agios

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Stefanos which are an exceptional attraction, thanks to the beautiful location and their impressive mosaics. Antimachia is another village, which also has its own castle. It was built in the 14th century and was used as a prison by knights. Kos also has its own ΄΄ Mystras ΄΄. At a distance of

15 km from the city are the ruins of the medieval settlement 'Paleo Pyli.΄ This castle city dates back to at least the 11th century AD. Inside the castle is the church of Panagia Kastriani, which was founded in 1080 by Osios Christodoulos, founder of the Monastery of Patmos. And somewhere here our

journey comes to an end… We hope you enjoyed it! The pupils of E2 Grade The 1st Primary School of Kos Teachers in Charge: Olga Skourli – Maria Psiri Translation: Erica Anthouli – English teacher


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