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Kithira is an unique island in many respects. It lies opposite the South-eastern tip of the Peloponnese peninsula but is part of the Ionian Islands. Due to its strategically important position at the entrance to the Aegean Sea, Kithira has throughout its history often been conquered. In the Greek mythology, Kithira is considered to be the birthplace of Aphrodite, the goddess of love. Kithira is a mountainous island with valleys leading to the sea. The island is still very traditional with many small settlements and villages with only a few inhabitants. There are many place worth visiting such as the island's capital Kithira (Chora) with its Venetian castle, the picturesque harbour of Kapsali with hotels, tavernas, beaches and watersport facilities and the Cave of Agia Sofia. Beautiful sandy and pebbled beaches with clear, turquoise water and colourful underwater world can be found all around the island; some of the bays can only be reached by boot.

Getting there: Scheduled flight via Athens, flight to Athens and ferry Piraeus - Kithira, or boat Neapoli (Lakonia) to Kithira