Nisyros

The volcanic island of the Aegean

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  Area: 41.6 sq.km Permanent population 928 inhabitants Nisyros is located almost in the center of the Dodecanese, between Kos and Tilos. The volcano and its action formed the regular shape of the island, while the descent to the caldera offers the visitor an almost metaphysical experience. In the area of ​​Nisyros are also the nearby islets: Gyali Agios Antonios, Strongyli, …

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  The festival of Panagia Spiliani. It takes place on the fifteenth of August and is the most well-known custom - event of the island. The Nisyrians have composed their own hymns for the celebration. After the Vespers service, a fasting dinner and traditional loukumades are offered. During the procession of Orthros, the bathing of the Virgin Mary takes place accompanied …

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