Nisyros
26°C
Nisyros
- 03/07/2026
- Humidity 57%
- Wind speed 16.8 km/h
An active volcano and untamed beauty
According to Greek mythology, the island emerged during the Gigantomachy, when Poseidon cleaved a rock from Kos and hurled it at the giant Polybotes, burying him in the Aegean. The island’s volcanic fumes were thought to be the defeated giant’s wrathful exhalations.
The island’s aesthetic is defined by hamlets constructed from volcanic stone, featuring minimalist designs, pebble-paved squares, and courtyards brimming with vibrant hues. The volcano, with its striking caldera and geothermal fields, constitutes a singular natural landmark, a potent reminder of the forces slumbering beneath the surface.
Nisyros, continuously inhabited since prehistoric times, seamlessly blends natural beauty, history, and tradition into a rare harmony, offering a haven for every traveller who cherishes nature.
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How to get there?
By Sea
Piraeus Port → Nisyros (Travel duration: 13 hours & 30 minutes)
Rhodes Port → Nisyros (Travel duration: 1 hour & 30 minutes)
Rhodes Port → Nisyros (Travel duration: 1 hour & 30 minutes)
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Every year on the 15th of August the Orthodox Church celebrates the Dormition of the Virgin Mary, and thousands of pilgrims visit the churches dedicated to Her. After the morning mass, a procession of the Virgin's icon takes place in most villages/ towns, a...
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Walk through the city of Mandraki
Apart from being the capital of Nisyros, Mandraki is also the island's harbour. It is one of the bigger settlements on Nisyros with many facilities available to visitors, such as hotels and apartments. Τake a close look at the squares with the exquisite peb...
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