The picturesque fishing village of Avlemonas, situated in the central-eastern part of the island, is considered one of the most beautiful villages in Kythira. It is renowned for its Cycladic architecture and its serene natural surroundings. The village features a charming cove where the port is located, home to fishing boats, as well as the famous “swimming pool,” ideal for swimming and diving.

The island lists dozens of villages and settlements, which fortunately due to the delayed tourist development, most of them have managed to maintain to this day their original traditional character.

Today the visitor of the island has the opportunity to admire and experience the genuine traditional villages and preserved settlements of Kythira, gaining unique experiences and unforgettable memories.

Chora

The capital of Kythira is located at the southernmost tip of the island, consisting of traditional houses and mansions, picturesque narrow alleys, ideal for walks and shopping for traditional products. It has panoramic views, and a visit to the large Venetian castle is considered essential for the visitor to the island.

Mylopotamos

The traditional village is located in the center-west of the island and is considered one of the most beautiful in Kythira. It has springs with rich running waters and age-old plane trees. From the main square begins the famous area of Myloi, with its small lakes, waterfalls, and traditional watermills. At a distance of one (1) km from the village is the preserved settlement of Kato Chora, where there is the second largest Venetian castle on the island overlooking the Ionian Sea.

Karavas

The picturesque village is located in the north of the island, it is placed in a rich natural environment, with many running waters, plane trees, and the famous spring with the Orange of Karavas. The settlements of the village with the authentic traditional houses, are built amphitheatrically on hills, creating a uniquely wonderful authentic setting.

Briefly we mention all the villages that are definitely worth visiting during your stay in Kythira. Agia Pelagia, Karavas, Potamos, Aloizianika, Pitsinades, Kastrissianika, Aroniadika, Mylopotamos, Kato Chora, Diakofti, Avlemonas, Mitata, Fratsia, Livadi, Chora, Kapsali.