- Katafyki Cave - In the central part of the island you will find the largest village of Kythnos island, which is Dryopida. As you enter, you can see the sizeable neighbourhood of Galatas, which offers a glimpse of its very distinct architecture, with its tiled roofs and labyrinthine alleys. Continuing the tour through the narrow streets, you will see the largest church on the island, Agia Anna, Kythnos’s version of the Athens Metropolis. Crossing the main street, the so called Piazza, you will greet and meet the Greek ladies of the village, sat there drinking their coffee and gossipping the island’s news. The next stop is the enchanting cave of Katafyki, one of the largest in Greece. To finish the walking tour we visit first of all the Byzantine Museum, with its rare and famous collection of Orthodox icons from previous centuries, and then we go to the Folk Museum where we learn about the lives of Kythnos people from days gone by, both rich and poor.
- Tour Guide
Located in the heart of Kythnos island is its biggest village, Dryopida. As you step into the village, you’ll come across the ample Galatas neighbourhood, showcasing a unique architectural style, defined by its tiled roofing and maze-like alleyways. As you navigate the tight lanes, you’ll encounter the island’s grandest church, Agia Anna, akin to the Athens Metropolis in Kythnos. Cross the main road, aptly named Piazza, and you’ll find local women immersed in conversation over their cup of coffee. The tour’s next pitstop is the mesmerizing Katafyki Cave, recognized as one of Greece’s largest. To conclude the walking tour, we explore the Byzantine Museum first, which houses a valuable and renowned assortment of Orthodox icons from the past, followed by the Folks Museum offering a glimpse into the lives of the local populace, both affluent and underprivileged, in the olden days.
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