Olympos Village: Olympos is a village of exceptional beauty, located on the northern side of Karpathos island, about 58 km from Pigadia town. Many churches are found close to Olympos village, such as the 16th century church of Panagia in the square that celebrates on August 15th. Every year that date, there is a big festival dedicated to the Assumption of the Virgin: women wear traditional costumes, men play traditional musical instruments and people eat and dance in the square. Pigadia Village: This settlement is the capital and main port of the island of Karpathos. In the heart of this attractive small town visitors will find all the public services of Karpathos (banks, the Post Office, the Telephone Company, etc…) as well as plenty of shops.The narrow alleys and the beautiful houses with their red tiled roofs and balconies make Pigadia a very attractive place which charms every one who first arrives on Karpathos.
Aperi Village: The attractive village of Aperi is situated 8 kilometers north of Pigadia and used to be the capital of Karpathos. It is lying at an altitude of 320 meters, in a green area of one of the slopes of Mount Hamali.
Arkassa Village: Arkassa is a beautiful village on the south western side of Karpathos, 16 km from Pigadia. Although this village has many tourist facilities, it still keeps its authentic traditional color with the paved streets, the stone houses and the nice churches. Close to the village of Arkassa, there is a relaxing beach with fine sand and clean water. On the hill Paleokastro above the village, there are the ruins of the ancient town of Arkessia. Next to the ancient acropolis of Arkessia, there are the remains of a 5th century Paleochristian church with an impressive fresco in the yard. The region surrounding Arkassa impresses visitors with the virgin beauty and it has many trekking paths. Finiki Village: Finiki, a lovely coastal settlement, is located 21 km away from Pigadia, on the western coast of Karpathos. This picturesque village has a long tradition and it is well-known for the traditional taverns serving fresh fish and mezedes. The wooden boats are an adornment for the settlement as well as the big sandy beach. Lefkos Village: The coastal village of Lefkos (White) is laying a few kilometers south-west of Mesohori, north-west of Pigadia. and doors are creating, with the narrow alleys and the flowered balconies and yards, a wonderful and attractive scenery. Menetes Village: Situated 8 kilometers south-west from Pigadia, Menetes is the cleanest village of Karpathos. Mesochori Village Karpathos: The beautiful village of Mesochori is lying north-west of Pigadia, overlooking the sea and offering a magnificent view over the sea and the sunset. Othos Village: This mountainous village is just a few kilometers west of Aperi, 12 kilometres north-west of Pigadia, lying on a high spot of an altitude of 500 meters and offering a magnificent view over the sea and the south-eastern part of Karpathos. It has a population of about 300 inhabitants.The beauty of Othos is increased by its many traditional houses painted in lilac and white and creating a scenery of unique beauty. Othos is famous for its sweet red wine, its excellent taverns and its traditional feasts; 8 to 10 celebrations are organised by the village each year, the most significant being the fest of Agios Pandeleimon, which attracts all the inhabitants of the island and last for three days. Accommodations are available in this wonderful village. Piles Village: Located about 17 km north west of Pigadia, Piles (or Pyles) is among the smallest villages on the island of Karpathos. Just next to Othos, this village has traditional stone houses and narrow streets. The surrounding region is lush green, it has many olive trees and wild nature. Close to Piles, there are two secluded beaches with crystal water, Proni and Fokia. Volada Village: Volada is situated 2 km North-West of Aperi. It is a picturesque settlement built among trees, with traditional white-washed houses of typical Karpathian architecture, narrow alleys and balconies full of flowers. The ruins of three castles stand like guardians protecting the village. From the hill over the Volada, the view is breathtaking. If you are fond of walking, then you will love the place, as before entering the village there are certain paths leading to the top of the mountain "Kali Limni" -meaning "Good Lake"- from where the view is rewarding.
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