Even from ancient times, the municipalities of Kalimnos were the centre of the island’s social life, which had their own municipal records and privileged authorities. In Kalimnos the sponge divers contine to dive into the deep waters of the Aegean Sea to bring the "fruit" hidden beneath the waters, to the surface in their own traditional way. Traditions still play a strong role in this beautiful island in the Dodecanese complex. Tourism has now become another form of income for the Kalimnians as tourists flock to their island every summer to enjoy the serenity
Kalymnos
Even from ancient times, the municipalities of Kalimnos were the centre of the island’s social life, which had their own municipal records and privileged authorities. In Kalimnos the sponge divers contine to dive into the deep waters of the Aegean Sea to bring the "fruit" hidden beneath the waters, to the surface in their own traditional way. Traditions still play a strong role in this beautiful island in the Dodecanese complex. Tourism has now become another form of income for the Kalimnians as tourists flock to their island every summer to enjoy the serenity
and the beauty Kalimnos has to offer. Take a little time to wander around the hospitable town. By the beach road, you can visit the church of Christ or the Saviour. The notable iconostasis is the work of a well known sculptor from Tinos, Giannouli Chalepa with icons and wall paintings made by local artists. Beautiful buildings and lots of greenery give the harbour its image. At the beach front and in the touri
st shops, the presence of the sponges enforces Kalimnos identity. Don't forget to visit the workshops where the sponges are processed. If you have some time to spare, the Archaeological - Folkloric museum is of particular interest. Near the town of Pothia, we also find the castle of Chrisocherias, built by the Knights of the Order of Saint John on top of ancient and Byzantine ruins with the church of Chrisocherias inside it. The village is the old capital of the island and the knights left their mark here as well, reinforcing the old Byzantine castle.
For more information visit our web site Kalymnos Info.st shops, the presence of the sponges enforces Kalimnos identity. Don't forget to visit the workshops where the sponges are processed. If you have some time to spare, the Archaeological - Folkloric museum is of particular interest. Near the town of Pothia, we also find the castle of Chrisocherias, built by the Knights of the Order of Saint John on top of ancient and Byzantine ruins with the church of Chrisocherias inside it. The village is the old capital of the island and the knights left their mark here as well, reinforcing the old Byzantine castle.