Asklepion
800 m to the south-west from the village. PlataniThis landmark is the first on the way of tourists who come to the island of Kos. In ancient Greece, ascetias were called all the hospitals and temples that served the god Asclepius. Experts believe that Hippocrates taught here at the medical school
Knights of the Knights
Akti KountouriotouIn the history of the island there was a period when they were ruled by the Knights of the Order of the Saints John. For protection from the Turkish demons, they decided to build a fortress - Neratsiyu. What they did from the 14th to the 16th centuries. The fortress turned out to be famous - it was impossible to conquer.
Altar of Dionysus
Agora, Kos CityDionysus was the god of winemaking, inspiration and religious ecstasy, and his knight was dragged out by knights to build a fortress. This is a disregard for the history of ancient Greece.
Defterdar Mosque
Vasileos Pavlou ADefterdar Mosque, located in the very center of Old Kos, is small but very beautiful. From a distance you can see its dazzling white walls, decorated with decorative elements in Arabic style. Nearby there is a market where you can buy something delicious and come here for a walk.
Haji Hassan Mosque
Georgiou PapandreouThe Ottoman Empire on Kos is represented by the famous mosque Haji Hasan. Haji Hasan was the governor of the island. The mosque was built in the 18th century on the site of the water source for ablution
Platan Hippocrates
Akti KountouriotouAt the entrance to the fortress of Neratzia, an ancient plane tree grows. Well, as ancient - some experts say that he is 500 years old. And most believe that the tree is 2 thousand. Planted platan himself Hippocrates. It is believed that it was under this tree that the ancient doctor taught the mind-reason of his followers.
The Greek island of Kos is gradually gaining popularity among Russian tourists. Use the moment: here so far not so many compatriots. As soon as Kos ceases to be the "dark horse" of the world resorts, it will turn into ... Were in the Turkish seaside? That's how it will become.
Like many worthy resorts, Kos successfully combines history and modernity. That is, a tourist can occupy himself in the evening in a bar, and in the morning with a mineral water walk along the sights. And so all week - a wonderful holiday!
The capital of the island - the so-called new Cosmos - night clubs and discos that work all night. There is everything and even more for a complete separation. So that you feel like you are the heroes of the movie "Where's my car, dude?" ยป.