Kos

Kos, the beautiful «island of Hippocrates», according to the Greeks, «the jewel of Aegean» according to the foreign visitors, is situated at the southern part of Aegean Sea, forming part of the island complex of Dodecanese. The history of the island goes back to the legendary periods of Mythology; then comes the period of glory, as the relics of the past show.

The ancient city, the plane tree of Hippocrates, the castles of the Knights of St. John and the nice buildings of the period of the Italian domination seize the eye of the visitor and compete successfully with the wonderful beaches. Departing from the airport, at the center of the island, or from the port, at the town of Kos, at the eastern part of the island, you may go everywhere on the island. You will enjoy unforgettable drives and see scenic inland villages and endless beaches with crystal-clear blue sea.

In a few words, the island of Kos is one of the best examples, where the modern tourist resorts with full facilities are in harmony with the wonderful natural environment, the mountainous landscape and the sea and with the warm hospitable villages of the inland.

Useful Phone Numbers

Municipality of Kos: 22420 28724

Police: 22420 28211

Port Authorities: 22420 26594

Tourist Police: 22420 22444

Hospital: 22420 28050