"My Kythnos" a Nisos Kythnos Travel Page by MITNIC

Kythnos island belongs to province of Kea, at Kyklades island complex. The distance is 52 nautical miles from Piraeus. Is also known as Thermia and the ancient name is Ofiousa, Dryopis. According to tradition, the island was named after the leader of the Driopes who settled the island around 12th century BC.

There are scheduled ferry boats departing Piraeus or Lavrio to Merihas port on the western side of the island, and the lasts takes 2-3 hours.Or by hovercraft (flying Dolphin) from Piraeus, Marina Zeas and Rafina to the port of Kythnos, the trip lasts 2 hours. Kythnos is ideal for quiet holidays. One can have coffee or ouzo along with locals at Messaria's few nice coffee shops enjoying the lovely landscape. The island's tavernas and restaurants in Merihas, serve fresh fish, seafood and local delicacies.

Main port, Village, Gulf
52 Nautical miles Northwest (NW) of PIRAEUS
Postal Code: 84006
Tel cod: +30 22810
Longitude: 24o 23' 45"
Latitude: 37o 23' 22"

Hora Its capital, is known for the Kykladic architecture ,beautiful churches with their fine wood-carving, sanctuary screens and icons. St. Savas, church of the Saviour, Holy Trinity, Teologos