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Holidays to Kos

Holidays to Kos are fascinating, both in legend and history, being mentioned as a centre for silk weaving by Aristotle and apparently visited by Hercules in Roman mythology.

Of course, nowadays, Kos is known for more than just its cultural heritage and if you’re looking for some fun with your sun on holiday, this island has plenty of it.

Kos is located around 4km off the coast of Turkey and is part of the Dodecanese group of Greek islands and Kos Town is the capital of the island and offers a cosmopolitan feel: you can get involved in a whole range of activities, from drinking multi-coloured shots, to shopping for local olives, oil and wine.

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What to expect on your holiday to Kos

Kos is a favourite holiday destination for families. Its highlights include beautiful beaches, enchanting ruins and quick ferry crossings to Rhodes or Bodrum (Turkey). In antiquity, Kos may have had some claim to being a healing retreat. The famous Classical Age physician, Hippocrates, reputedly taught his students on the island, and visitors can still see the remains of temples dedicated to healing deities. Kos is also home to what some claim is Europe's oldest tree, plus several archaeological remains of Persian, Turkish, Roman and Byzantine conquerors. Visitors can expect busy bars, pleasant towns and crowded beaches outside the capital.

Shoppers should visit the island's towns and villages for the best deals. Psalidi, Zipari, Asfendiou, Zia and Lagoudi all offer charming, authentic and reasonably priced traditional wares. Visitors will find high-end fashion stores in the old part of Kos Town, as well as smaller shops selling local leather goods, jewellery and ceramics. Eleftherias Square is a good place to buy locally made souvenirs, oil paintings and Byzantine icons; local markets carry fresh goods and produce, such as local red cheese, or candied tomato sweets called glyko tomataki. Kiosks are open 24 hours a day during summer and sell everything from food to cigarettes. Kardamena resort town also offers fantastic shopping opportunities.

Along with sun-drenched beaches, Kos offers visitors some wonderful sightseeing opportunities. History buffs will enjoy a day trip to Patmos, the dramatically beautiful island where John the Apostle wrote the Book of Revelations. The sacred healing temple of Asclepieion is another must-see. Located south of Kos Town, it's reputedly where the physician Hippocrates taught his students. Agia Irini's hot sulphur springs and Agios Fokos' hot seawater pools are also worth visiting for a therapeutic dip.

Visitors should set aside some time to stroll around the old harbour area opposite Dolphins Square. The locale is home to Knights Castle, which is one of Kos Town's most famous attractions. The ruins are exciting and extensive. Visitors may also enjoy the Hellenistic Temple's ruins in the old harbour district. Ancient Greeks dedicated it to Hercules. The Archaeological Museum in the Plateia Eleftherias will captivate visitors' imaginations as well. Beach lovers should note that Kos has some of the best coasts in Greece, and the warm Aegean Sea is perfect for jet skiing, parasailing or relaxing in banana boats. Hikers will relish Dikaios Mountain.

So what's the weather like in Kos?

Kos experiences hot, dry summers and mild winters, much like other Greek islands. Temperatures are hottest in July and August when they range from 82F (28C) during the day to 72F (22C) at night. Conditions can get substantially hotter during heat waves. Rainfall is almost non-existent in summer, bar a few showers between October and March. Summer is the most popular time to visit, though late spring and early autumn may be better options for travellers who dislike very warm conditions. Springtime visitors will find the island fresh and lush, and the seas warm enough for swimming. The ocean is pleasantly warm in autumn too. Visitors will find far smaller crowds during both shoulder seasons.

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