ASTYPALEA

Astypalea is a truly picturesque Greek island, that lies exactly where the Dodecanese meets the Cyclades, in the southeastern Aegean Sea.

“The Butterfly of the Aegean”

The island, which is also called “The Butterfly of the Aegean” because of its butterfly-shape, has arguably the prettiest Hora in the Aegean, ideal for those who want to travel off the beaten track. It’s a land rich in emotions, with magnificent views and hospitable residents and one of the places that keeps their profile low, maintains their authenticity, their pure beauty and you get to know about them by word of mouth.

Hora – Venetian Castle

The capitаl`s namе is Astypaleа or Hоra, and its port is verу spесtаcular while apprоаching it by sea. Although it belоngs tο thе Dodecanesе, the islаnd is сlоser tο thе Cyclades and it is reflеcted in its аrсhitecturе. White houses with bluе windоw cοvers, whitewashеd сhurches with blue domеs, stone windmills and light blue domes, labyrinthine alleys and florid yards spread amphitheatrically on the slopes of the hill of the Venetian Castle of Guerini.

Astypalea is an island that steals your heart. Secluded bays, sandy beaches and scenic villages are spread through the coastline of the island. It’s a treasured land, rich in emotions, offers flavours made with love and stays away from the cosmopolitan vibes.

Beyond Spaces Tips

Walk in Hora. Stroll through the alleys of Hora and admire the What’s striking blend of Dodecanesian and Cycladic architecture and traditions.
Explore the Venetian Castle of Guerini. The architecture of the castle is one of the most impressive of the Aegean and it contains two beautiful churches, the Evangelistria and Agios Georgios.
Visit the Windmills, the characteristic meeting point of Astypalaia. In the past, there used to be 12 and now eight of them are preserved. A few of them host various cultural events, whilst the one functions as a lending library.
Take a day boat trip to Kaminakia, Vatses and Agios Ioannis Richtis. The deep blue sea, the pebbled beaches, the little trees that offer natural shade and the caves create a truly spectacular scenery.
Swim at Steno Beach. It is a sandy beach with turquoise waters and is one of the most impressive beaches of the Aegean.