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Highlights

Places of Interest

• Sanctuary of Asklepios - This is the islands' most significant archaeological site. It is about 4 km from the town standing on a hill. The Asklipieion, offers views over the district as well as Turkey. The site consisted of a religious sanctuary to Asklepios, the God of healing. The Temple and School of Medicine were established after the death of Hippocrates. This is an extensive site over three levels, with the ruins of temples and baths.
  
  
• Castle of the Knights - Along with the castles on Rhodes and Bodrum, the castle on Kos, built in the 14th century and used by the Knights of St. John, was a defence against the troops of the Ottoman Empire. Today the ramparts offer fantastic views over the town.
  
  
• Casa Roman - A restored 3rd-century Roman villa that straddles what appears to have been an earlier Hellenistic residence. This roman villa was impressive, with 26 rooms and 3 pools with shady courtyards. The mosaics depict dolphins and lions. The dining room has decorated marble walls and the other rooms were lavishly painted during the Roman era.
  
  
• Kos Museum - For a town the size of Kos, this is an impressive archaeological museum, built by the Italians in the 1930s to display mostly Hellenistic and Roman sculptures and mosaics uncovered on the island.
  
  
• Hippocrate's plane tree - Why not picnic at the foot of the oldest tree in Europe. It is located only a short walk toward the harbour at the entrance bridge to the castle. Standing with extensive support, this is said to be the Tree of Hippokrates, where he once taught his students.

Beaches

• Kefalos has a lovely beach. It is 43 kilometres from the capital of the island. Sunbeds, umbrellas and waterwatersports are also available.
  
  
• Marmari Beach - This endless sandy beach is located in front of the coastal settlement of the same name, 5 kilometres from Pyli. Ideal for windsurfing and other water sports.
  
  
• Kamari - This is where the best beaches are. The most popular is Paradise Beach other beaches are Exotic Beach, Banana Beach and Langada

Activities

• Hydrotherapy at Thermes (12km from Kos Town)
  
  
• Cycling is also a very popular way to get around the island.
  
  
• Exploring the Hinterland - The most remote and authentic region of the island is comprised of the forests and mountains stretching roughly from just beyond Platani all the way to Plakain in the south (It begins little more than a mile beyond the centre of Kos town). The 5km walk from Zia to Pili will take you through a number of traditional island villages and great sights.

Things to buy

• Pottery
  
  
• Jewellery
  
  
• Hand-woven fabrics

Climate

Additional Information

Great Excursions

Turkey by night

• Check out two continents in one evening!
  
• Purchase fantastic presents for the folks back home for a fraction of the normal cost
  
• Experience an evening's entertainment full of spicy authenticity
  
  An eastern adventure. You will arrive in Turkey mid-afternoon, where you will have time to pick up a bargain in the bazaar of Bodrum. . Check out your bartering skills. We will take you to an amazing Turkish night where all food and local drinks (Unlimited beer, wine and soft drinks) are included. You will be entertained with some belly and folklore dancers. If you are really up for it, after a few shots of the local raki, you may be tempted to try your hand at a belly dance yourself.

Greek night

• Let your hair down and have a night to remember, Greek-style
  
• A delicious meal of local specialities that will reach all the senses
  
• Dance the night away
  
  Watch the best sunset on the island from the idyllic mountain of Zia. Once the sun has gone down, celebrate in the traditional Greek way with fancy footwork, fabulous food and free flowing wine.

Lazy day cruise

• Refresh and take it easy for a day
  
• Experience the spectacular coastline with lush islands dotted around the calm sea
  
• Don't forget to slap on your high factor sun cream as this will be a hot one
  
  Sit back and relax for the ultimate chill out day. A sun seekers adventure sailing across the crystal clear Aegean Sea. Swim with the fish, snorkel or fish the Greek way. Definitely a day of fun and relaxation for everybody. (Lunch included).

Nissyros

• A once in the lifetime opportunity to experience mother nature's awe inspiring beauty
  
  A superb opportunity to visit this natural phenomenon: spectacular lunar landscape, fantastic tour of the island and the chance to walk across the crater of the volcano. Not to be missed.

Kos town Bar crawl:

• Let the Olympic reps show you by far the best night out in Kos
  
• A memorable night of fun for the young and young at heart
  
  Join your reps for the hottest night of your holiday at the best bars that Kos town has to offer. Enjoy a delicious meal to start the evening. Then free shots in several top bars and the best tunes, so get your dancing shoes on! Free shots in every bars, cool sounds and smooth moves. at a restaurant.

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