left-arrow2Volcano
Volcano
Nisyros is one of the youngest large volcanic centres in Greece included in the active volcanoes along with Methana, Milos and Santorini. The oldest rock forma- tions are 160 000 years old, while the youngest (prehistoric) are 15 000 years old and cover the entire island. Most of Nisyros is moun- tainous, volcanic and very fertile. The island is composed of volcanic rock formations, with swelled ele- vations that were formed by pre- vious volcanic activities. The va- rious rock formations, (basalt etc.) have been used for the construction of various buildings such as the Palaiokastro and the bell tower of the Church of Saint John the Theologian just outside Nikea...
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left-arrow2Panagia Spiliani
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The monastery of Panagia Spiliani is built at the top of a hill northwest of Mandraki. Around the monastery retained sections of the Paleokastro wall still exist, whereas the castle is protected by the «Castle of the Knights of Rhodes» built by the Knights of St. John in the early of 14th century. The biggest part of the monastery is built in a cave. The cave is divided into two churches. The north is dedicated to the Kimisi tis Theotokou (Assumption of Mary) and the south, Agios Charalambos (Saint Charalampos). The wooden temple of the church is remarkable, and in some of its parts the original gilding is saved. Here we read the «ΑΨΚΕ-1725» (APSKE΄-1725), the date of its manufacture...
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historical-iconExcursion to Kos Island
kos-island-front3Kos is an island of majestic beauty, lying in the centre of the Dodecanese chain in the Aegean Sea. ("Dodecanese" in Greek means "twelve islands"). Lying north west of Rhodes and south east...
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hippocratia-iconExcursion to Leros Island
leros-island-frontLeros Island is approximately 53 square kilometres. The island consists of one municipality which has its administrative headquarters in Platanos. The most important villages of Leros...
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historical-iconExcursion to Rhodes Island
nisyros-island-frontRhodes is the biggest island of the Dodecanese. It lies at the south-eastern corner of the Aegean, opposite the coast of Asia Minor, about 11 miles away. It has an area of 1398 square...
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Located 200 metres from Mandraki Beach, in Nisyros town, Porfyris Hotel offers a swimming pool and breakfast.
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Located in Nikia Village of Nisiros, Daphne & Maria-Eliza Villas offers traditionally decorated, self-catering accommodation...
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Traditional Spinach and Rice

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spanakorizoIngredients:
1 kilo of spinach chopped
1 cup of rice
1 onion chopped
1 bunch of dill
1 cup of olive oil
2 lemons
3 glasses of warm water
Salt, pepper
Preparation:
In a large pot sauté the onions with some oil until translucent and then add the dill with spinach. Pour 3 glasses of water and when they come to a boil season with salt and pepper. (Simmer until there is only the spinach left with the oil). Serve with squeezed lemon juice.

Courgette Quiche

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tarta-kolokithiouIngredients (pastry):
2 ½ cups of flour
½ cup of butter
½ teaspoon of salt
1 tablespoon of yoghurt
Ingredients (filling):
7 courgettes
200 gr of ricotta cheese
2 tablespoons of olive oil
1 onion finely chopped
Dill
2 eggs
½ cup of fresh cream
1 cup of grated kefalograviera cheese (hard salty cheese)
Salt, pepper
Preparation:
Knead all the ingredients with some water and set aside for half an hour. Cut the courgettes in thin slices and with the onions sauté in some olive oil also adding the dill. Beat the eggs in a bowl. Add the courgettes, the cheeses, the fresh cream and salt and pepper. Oil the tart mould and evenly line a thin pastry sheet. Pour the mixture evenly on top. Cook at 180oC for 40 minutes.
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Pork Fricasse

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xirino-frikaseIngredients:
1 kilo of pork
2 onions chopped in slices
300 gr of fresh onions finely chopped
2 lettuces
1 bunch of dill
150 gr of olive oil
2 eggs
1 lemon
Salt, pepper
Preparation:
Wash the lettuces well and cut into large strips. Cut the meat and sauté in large pot with some oil, add the onions and when translucent add 1 glass of hot water and boil at a medium temperature for ½ an hour, then add the lettuces and dill and boil for another ½ hour. Prepare the egg and lemon sauce (avgolemono) by beating 2 eggs and slowly adding the lemon juice and also some gravy from the meat pot and finally add to the main dish.

Pork Lemon with Potatoes and Mustard

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  • Published on Monday, 18 June 2012 12:55
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xirino-lemonato-patates-moustardaIngredients:
1 kilo of pork meat chopped in pieces
5-6 large potatoes
2-3 tablespoons of mustard
2-3 lemon (squeezed)
½ cup of oil
Salt, pepper
Oregano
1 garlic clove
Preparation:
Heat the oil in wide pot. Sauté the pork meat pieces until they start to brown and then add the garlic. Pour some hot water enough to cover them, if necessary lower the temperature and simmer with the lid on top until soft. If necessary pour more water. When soft open the lid and stir frequently. The meat needs to be soft and half the water should be left (remove the garlic). Wash and peel the potatoes, cut into large cubes. Fry them a bit, stain and set aside. Season the meat with salt, pepper and oregano. Mix the lemon juice and mustard in bowl and pour over the meat. Add the potatoes and bring to a boil. Finally it’s ready to serve.

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