Kos - Town Attractions Khóra
Kos is the chief town on the island of Kos. Rebuilt after an earthquake in 1933, it lies in a deep bay, now silted up, on the northeast coast at the east end of the plain which extends along the north coast - the only plain of any size on the island. On the east side of the sheltered harbor stands the Castle of the Knights (1450-80), with pieces of ancient sculpture and inscribed stones built into its walls.
Ippokratia Festival
The Ippokratia Festival is held in Kos every August. There are theatrical performances, evening concerts, a flower show, folk art, and a presentation of the Hippocratic Oath.
Knights' Castle (Neratzia Castle)
The Knights' Castle is an impressive medieval building built C. 1450 -1478 by the knights of St. John on the ruins of the ancient wall.
The Castle houses a small collection of Classical sculptures as well as inscriptions of the Hellenistic, Roman, Byzantine and early Christian period.
The Castle houses a small collection of Classical sculptures as well as inscriptions of the Hellenistic, Roman, Byzantine and early Christian period.
Hours
| Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Open | Closed | 8:30 | 8:30 | 8:30 | 8:30 | 8:30 | 8:30 |
| Close | 15:00 | 15:00 | 15:00 | 15:00 | 15:00 | 15:00 |
Always opened on:
Assumption Day - Christian (August 15)
Óhi Day - Greece & Cyprus (October 28)
Óhi Day - Greece & Cyprus (October 28)
Always closed on:
New Year's Day (January 1)
Greek National Day (March 25)
May Day / Labor Day (May 1)
Day after Christmas, St Stephen's Day, Boxing Day (December 26)
Christmas - Christian (December 25)
Easter - Christian (Apr 08)
Good Friday - Christian (Apr 06)
Greek National Day (March 25)
May Day / Labor Day (May 1)
Day after Christmas, St Stephen's Day, Boxing Day (December 26)
Christmas - Christian (December 25)
Easter - Christian (Apr 08)
Good Friday - Christian (Apr 06)
