Tag: Kimolos

Researchers Uncover Ancient Aegean Coastline in Groundbreaking Study

In a groundbreaking effort to map the ancient Aegean coastline, researchers are uncovering submerged relics around Milos and Kimolos in the Cyclades. Led by Dr. Eleni Kolaiti, the geoarchaeological study reveals a 5-meter sea level rise over 6,000 years, exposing ancient harbors, a flooded early Christian catacomb, and the sunken city of Kimolos, offering new insights into the region’s maritime past.

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Kimolos Mayor K. Ventouris Shares Optimism for 2025 Tourism Season

Kimolos Mayor Konstantinos Ventouris is optimistic about the 2025 tourist season, citing targeted promotion and growing demand for authentic experiences. The island’s new tourism strategy includes a digital guide and brochure to highlight its geocultural heritage. Infrastructure upgrades, like a green desalination project and wastewater treatment plant, aim to enhance sustainability. Ventouris dismisses overtourism concerns, emphasizing year-round hospitality, while addressing climate challenges with eco-friendly solutions.

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Discovering Kimolos: A Cycladic Gem Under the Grecian Sun

Nestled in the western Cyclades, Kimolos beckons with its pristine beauty and authentic Greek charm. This tranquil island, just a short ferry ride from Milos, offers volcanic landscapes, secluded beaches like Aliki and Ellinika, and cultural treasures such as the Archaeological and Maritime Museums. Visitors can explore historic windmills on Xaplovouni Hill, wander through the medieval Kastro district, and indulge in local cuisine at tavernas like To Kyma. Kimolos promises an unforgettable escape steeped in Mediterranean allure.

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Kimolos, Greece’s tiny Cycladic Gem

Kimolos is a Greek island in the Aegean Sea. It lies on the southwest of the island group of Cyclades, near the bigger island of Milos. Kimolos is the administrative center of the municipality of Kimolos, which also includes the uninhabited islands of Polyaigos, Agios Efstathios and Agios Georgios.