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Kastellorizo is a Greek island and municipality in the Dodecanese of the Eastern Mediterranean. It’s the closest Greek island to Turkey, only 2.1 km from Ka\u015f, Antalya.<\/p>\n

You can take ferries that depart daily from Ka\u015f and enjoy the beautiful Greek island and everything it has to offer, including beaches, good food, and wonderful, welcoming, amazing landscapes.<\/p>\n

In this article, you will find all the useful information you need to know before visiting this beautiful island during your trip to the Antalya region, including history, access, tours, and more…<\/p>\n

What Can I Do on Kastellorizo Island?<\/h2>\n

The official name of the island is Megisti. The island features three capes: Agios Stefanos (north), Nifti (east), and Pounenti (south west); between the first two there is a wide and accommodating bay, the island’s main harbor, where you will find the only town on the island.<\/p>\n

It’s possible to get the island with a 20-minute ferry ride from Ka\u015f. Exploring the whole island is quite easy, you can simply see everything in a few hours and enjoy the lovely atmosphere of Kastellorizo.<\/p>\n

Strolling Along the Coastline:<\/strong> The best place to start is a walk along the coastline with colorful buildings. An old Ottoman mosque dating back to 18th century was restored and serves as a museum today.<\/p>\n

Restaurants along the coastline have all of the Greek delicacies. This is the place to find classical Greek flavors from seafood to frappe.<\/p>\n

Explore the Side Streets and Climb up the Hill:<\/strong> For the most beautiful view, go up the hill from the side streets to catch various angles. If you go parallel to the shore, you will reach the view of the island from the height as you go up.<\/p>\n

The calm, cobbled streets are a real catch for photography lovers. You’ll meet more interesting and picturesque traditional houses as you dare to enter the side streets. The best thing is you don’t need to be afraid of getting lost on this small island!<\/p>\n

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The Castle of the Knights of St. John: <\/strong>This castle was built in the 14th century and today only the ruins of the building survive. They are located on Castello Rosso, the red rock from which the name of the island comes.<\/p>\n

Basilica of St. George: <\/strong>Saint George of the Horafia is built with the Byzantine cross style, like many other churches in the Dodecanese.<\/p>\n

Boat Trip to Blue Cave:<\/strong> You can make a deal with one of the boats on the coast to take you to the Blue Cave that lies on the southeast coast of the island. The cave can only be reached by boat and since the entrance is barely one meter above sea level, only under calm sea conditions. The best time of the day to visit is early in the morning, when the sun is still low. <\/p>\n

Swimming Break:<\/strong> You can swim in Aya Yorgi Bay, a clear place that is also close. <\/p>\n

Museum of Puzzles:<\/strong> Kastellorizo has the first puzzle museum in Greece and one of the few in the world. The purpose of this interactive museum is to inspire young and old through strange mechanisms and ways of solving puzzles.<\/p>\n

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Entrance, Tickets, and Tours<\/h2>\n