Kimolos

The Kastro of Chorio dates from the 16th century. Rows of houses create a slightly trapezoid rectangle. One enters through two very large gates, one to the east and the other to the south. In the four corners were towers, only one of which remains today.

On the inside of the neighbourhood a double row of houses form a second rectangle which is open only towards the west. At the centre is the church square.

The roads run parallel and most are covered. They are generally no wider than two and a half metres. The windows of the houses were changed into loopholes.
 

	Located on the crest of the Xaplovouno hills, it dominates Chorio from the north. Take the path which leads there, crossing the area of prickly pear trees, at the top of the village to the right. Be careful, it's steep. The district of the mills - only one of which still operates - draws attention to traditional stone dwellings that are unfortunately almost abandoned. It also offers a superb view of the island. The sea is very beautiful there and watching the sun set is magical.

Be sure to go and see the fishing harbours of Rema, Stroggilo, Goupa and Karras, easily accessible on foot from Psathi. They can be visited one after another in the north-east of the island and are very picturesque and colourful with their boat garages cut out of rock. At Goupa, there are interesting rock formations with houses built right against them.
You can swim at lovely beaches flanked by pastel-toned cliffs.
You can continue walking until Prassa. It is there that perlite and bentonite deposits are worked. A little further you can relax on a superb white sandy beach with turquoise coloured waters.

If you want to discover the underwater caves, strangely shaped and phantasmagorical rocks, landscapes of jagged cliffs and little creeks with water the colour of precious stones, then look for Augustis. He always hangs around the port and will be delighted to organize a beautiful tour for you as only he knows how to show you what you will never forget. Ask him to take you to Ellenika to see the underwater remnants of an ancient city and to the small island of Poliagos, famous for its marvellous landscapes and beaches.

Fine sandy beaches, pebble beaches or creeks -- you will be spoilt for choice, and depending on the wind conditions, you'll choose the beach or creek that will suit you best. Amongst the most beautiful of the beaches are Aliki, Bonantsa, Klima, Limni and Prassa.

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