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Kos
GR
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Wind
8 km/h, ESE
Pressure
1 atm
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overcast clouds |
Humidity
73%
Clouds
98%
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| Day | Cond. | Temp. | Wind | Humidity | PressurePres. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| mon apr 21 |  |
-°F /65°F | 0 km/h | - | 0 atm |
| tue apr 22 | 67°F /58°F | 15 km/h, ESE | 78% | 1 atm | |
| wed apr 23 | 68°F /62°F | 16 km/h, NNW | 76% | 1 atm | |
| thu apr 24 | 67°F /61°F | 13 km/h, WNW | 67% | 0.99 atm | |
| fri apr 25 | 66°F /61°F | 5 km/h, SE | 79% | 1 atm |
Country
Greece
Passport Validity
Six months of remaining validity recommended.
Visa Requirements
Not required if you have European passport
Language Spoken
Greek - English
Currency Used
Euro
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Travel Experience
The Place Where Medicine Was Born
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The Island of Kos
Kos is one of the most popular destinations in Greece. It is located on the southeastern side of the Aegean Sea; it is the third biggest island of the Dodecanese complex and the second most popular destination after Rhodes. This is a place with tourist and secluded spots, crystal clear waters, sightseeing, intense nightlife, traditional villages, and delicious food. As Kos receives many charter flights from abroad, many places around the island are getting busy in high season. However, there are also places away from crowds that maintain a relaxing atmosphere.
Beaches in Kos vary from organized coasts with luxurious hotels and water sport centers to secluded beaches.
Culture
Unique Experiences – Attend the Hippocratea
There are cultural events organized every year during the months of July, August and September. These events include concerts, theatrical shows, ancient tragedies, art exhibitions, sailing races and of course the recitation of Hippocrates’ oath in the archaeological site of Asklipion.
Getting There
Getting There
BY AIRPLANE – Throughout the year, especially during the summer months, there are numerous commercial and charter flights. These flights connect Kos to Athens, Thessaloniki and many European capitals. The flight from Athens takes 1 hour.
BY FERRY – There are daily itineraries between Kos and the Port of Piraeus as well as between Kos and the rest of the Dodecanese islands. A trip with a conventional boat can last up to 13 hours, depending on layovers. Trips with a highspeed boat last for approximately 5 to 8 hrs.
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