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A country of 227 sun -drenched islands, which radiates the charm of the old world and surrounded by turquoise seas, is Greece One of the trendy summer destinations in Europe This year.
Between the loose party scene of Mykonos, the whitewashed villages of Santorini paving coastal cliffs and the cosmopolitan feeling of Crete, there is enough to choose from.
However, your options are more limited if you are actively looking to beat the crowds, and you do not want to break the bank exactly during a vacation.
In that case, the usual sunny spots of the Aegeans would not cut, but not despair:
There is one More unusual Greek island The home base of beautiful sights, an unspoilt coastal landscape, and that still has to be ruined by mass tourism – and we can add, it feels much more authentic than Mykonos.
That’s why you have to exchange Mykonos for Karpathos this year
Karpathos is a small country mass in the most eastern part of the Aegean Sea and is a relaxed, 6000-people island community that is best known for its old culture, rich tradition and unspoilt nature.
Sounds like the broad description of every Greek island, where, but before you continue and browse to the next article, You should know it is far lesser.
If you see that it is not that broadly commercialized as a tourist destination, compared to Mykonos, Santorini and the like, Karpathos feels considerably more picturesque and favorable compared to other Eexean Tourism -Hotspots.
Take Pigadia for example:
Meet Karpathos’ beautiful coastal capital
The most important port, as well as the administrative center of Karpathos, Pigadia is a well -developed city that offers guests A mix of old world allure and modernityWith a pensioned harbor front and a timeless historic center crossed with stone narrow streets.
These are covered with taverns in the family business, where homemade Moussaka And delicious seafood are served at affordable prices – with perasma, ordering a pork souvlaki and a pint local beer will return to $ 14.75.
Pigadia is also a great thing for your money if you dream of an outing on the coast with a budget:
An overnight stay at the Regina Studios & Hotel only costs $ 51, and there are just inexpensive options Atlantis Hotelfor $ 52, the private managed Venetia Studioswith standard studios from $ 48, and for a luxury apartment directly on the water, Nervous Has Suites for $ 138.
White -covered villages and turquoise seas
However, the best way to experience Karpathos is to come from Pigadi and the adjacent port and to explore the main settlements.
You are here to beat the Mykonos crowds, do you remember?
Well, a good place to start is Olympos, one Charming white -covered village moor a hill where some of the local Yayas Keep wearing traditional costumes, and a milestone Edem Garden -Restaurant serves classics such as Pasticcio and Greek salad of as cheap as $ 8.
For an idyllic beach, Appella, near the fishing village of the namesake, is bordered by pine trees and supported by rugged mountains.
The best part, however, is that it is bathed by the most turquoise waters you have ever seen, and they start to warm up as fast as May, when temperatures in Karpathos rise to A pleasant average of 73.4 ° F during the day.
Aegean Islands are famous all over the world for their chalk -white churches with blue domes, but in Kyra Panagia, a quieter coastal trace in Karpathos, you will find one remarkable redDomed Church overlooking a picturesque pebble beach.
Can you still not get enough of Karpathos’ Paradisaical nature? Then try Lefkos, a coastal village frozen in the time that acts as an entrance gate to the wild beaches on the west coast.
If you’re lucky, you can see monks offends flopping in offshore water.
How does Karpathos relate to Mykonos when it comes to nightlife?
You may wonder where the comparisons of Mykonos come from, given the peaceful vibes of Karpathos, in stark contrast to the dissolute nightlife and resort scene of the more listed island.
Expect not to find a similar range of five -star facilities, but on the other hand you are covered for fun on a Friday evening, especially if you are located in Pigadia:
Anói Bar has delicious expert-made cocktails, some of which are made of homemade syrupAnd it is usually working on the weekend that visiting visits increase.
Boulevard van Broken Dreams share a name with a Green Day people song and is often described as the best bar in Karpathos, because of the attractive prices cocktails start at just $ 5.67 and quirky aesthetics, such as a drink and it can come in a skull-shaped mug.
Looking for a nightclub instead? Your best gamble is Life Club, Very sought after by the theme with theme And youthful clientele.
It is not Mykonos Jackieo ‘, that’s for sure, but it’s nice enough.
Of prizes of Geo Magazineup to various media stores in recent weeks, including the Daily Express And Natgeoof which the last one of the best islands to visit this year, it seems Karpathos is now completely anger.
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