Asclepion
This attraction is the first on the way of tourists who come to the island of Kos. In ancient Greece, all hospitals and temples that served the god Asclepius were called Asclepions. Experts believe that Hippocrates taught here at the medical school.
The Castle of the Knights-Ioannites
There was a period in the history of the island when it was ruled by the knights of the Order of St. John. To protect themselves from the Turkish demons, they decided to build a fortress — Neratzia. What they did from the 14th to the 16th centuries. The fortress turned out to be a glory — it was impossible to conquer it.
Hippocratic Sycamore
An ancient sycamore tree grows at the entrance to the Neratzia fortress. Well, as ancient — some experts claim that it is 500 years old. And most are sure that the tree is all 2 thousand. Hippocrates himself planted the sycamore tree. It is believed that it was under this tree that the ancient physician taught the mind of his followers.
The Altar of Dionysus
Dionysus was the god of winemaking, inspiration and religious ecstasy, and his altar was stolen by knights to build a fortress. That’s such a disregard for the history of ancient Greece.
Antimachia Fortress on the Spit
Antimachia Fortress is one of the best examples of medieval architecture on the island of Kos. It is located in the center of the island on a vast plateau next to a small village of the same name and Kardamena beach, not far from the island’s airport.
Defterdar Mosque
The Defterdar Mosque, located in the very center of Old Kos, is small but very beautiful. From afar, its dazzling white walls are visible, decorated with decorative elements in the Arabic style. There is a market nearby where you can buy something delicious and come here for a walk.
Haji Hassan Mosque
The Ottoman Empire on Kos is represented by the famous mosque of Haji Hassan. Haji Hassan was the governor of the island. The mosque was built in the 18th century on the place where there was a source of water for ablution.
Peacock forest on the Spit
Peacock Forest (Plaka Forest) is one of the most colorful attractions of the Greek island of Kos in the Aegean Sea. Hundreds of peacocks live in this picturesque coniferous grove, which is reached by an inconspicuous country road.