ENDISCOVER KIMOLOS
Kimolos or Arzantiera (as the Franks called Κimolos), is a small island of Cyclades, which will enchant you from the first moment. It offers authentic relaxation and absolute tranquillity. Kimolos remains almost untouched by the passage of time, preserving unchanged its traditional beauty. It is an ideal destination for those looking for return to innocence, absolute carefreeness, diving in turquoise waters and alternative escapes. Let the unique beauty of this island to surprise you, with its nature creations at every step.
SIGHTSEEING
Chorio, as the locals call it, is the largest settlement on the island. It spreads around the imposing Medieval castle and provides an amazing view to the port of Psathi and to Polyaigos island.
Walking around the village, you will have the chance to be amazed by the aegean culture, the beautiful traditional cycladic alleys, the improvised lending libraries and the picturesque churches.
The traditional white houses with their flowery gardens, combined with medieval walls, create a landscape of unique beauty.
COUNTLESS BEACHES
What makes Kimolos stand out, are undoubtedly the beaches, the diversity of its coasts and the beautiful sea water colours that will impress you. Some of them are isolated and others cosmopolitan, but all have crystal clear waters , which are waiting for you to discover them.
There is a beach for every taste. You just need to visit one of the following:
West: Aliki, Bonatsa, Kalamitsi, Dekas, Hellinika, Mavrospilia, Psathi
East: Rema, Karra, Klima, Prassa, Monastiria, Sοufi
ACTIVITIES
HIKING
Kimolos is the ideal choice for lovers of nature activities, as it has a variety of walking routes and paths, that hide wonderful natural landscapes. On one of the routes, you will come across a rare geological formation, the 'Mushroom Stone' which the locals call Skiadi. It was created due to the long-term erosion of its different rocks, by the strong winds that blow at this site.
At settlements of Goupa and Rema, you can also visit another impressive spot of the island. There are many caves with colorful doors, which are carved into the rocks. They are used as storage facilities for fishermen's boats and have their own long history.
BOAT TOURS
To have a full picture of the rich coastline, you should explore the island by boat. There are many hidden spots for diving, such as Agioklima beach with the hot water spring, the enchanting cave of Gerakia and the so-called "Caldera of Kimolos" in the northern part of the island, named as “Gero-Nicolas Apsila‘’.
DIVING
If you like diving, you will be impressed by the underwater meadows (rent diving equipment in Pollonia of Milos). You can also observe the sunken ancient city with the well of the geometric period, just a few meters from the beach of Hellinika.
DISCOVER POLYAIGOS
What everyone should definitely do, is to discover Polyaigos island. It is located just one mile from Kimolos and is considered as an important habitat, since in its various caves, is where the Mediterranean seal Monachus Monachus gives birth.
Polyaigos will impress you with the volcanic hills and rocks, sculpted caves and its unique crystal turquoise waters. It is one of the preserved geological islands of the Aegean and is a protected areas of European program Natura 2000.
There is no better way to discover the beauties of Polyaigos, than from a cruise by a traditional boat or by speedboats that offer privacy.
