ROUSSOS DAILY CRUISES - About Amorgos

Amorgos (Greek: Αμοργός) is the easternmost island of the GreekCyclades island group, and the nearest island to the neighboring Dodecanese island group.

One of the most dramatic and impressive Greek Islands and a popular holiday destination for those who want a different, alternative style of vacation, in a relaxing and soothing setting.

Amorgos Greece is packed with breathtaking sandy and rocky beaches that are located beneath imposing cliffs or lush hillside. Its natural landscape makes it the ideal vacation spot for nature lovers, who can explore verdant mountain terrain and small rocky coves. The more traditional travellers can spend their leisure time strolling through picturesque villages and visiting exquisite archaeological and historical sights which are in abundance on Amorgos Greece.

On the northwestern coast, In the Aegiali area, along the charming bay, are the beaches of Chochlakas, Levrossos, Psili Ammos and Fokiotrypa. Levrossos Beach is a popular nudist beach. Travelling southwards on the western side of the island, you will come across the sandy beach of Agios Pavlos, which is a wonderful fishing spot, and Maltezi Beach, a stretch of sand located close to Katapola. Further south are the beautiful sandy Amorgos beaches of Finikies and Agii Saranta.

Situated along the southwestern coast is the small sandy and pebbly beach of Kato Kambos Bay and the quaint sandy beach of Paradissia. At the southern tip of Amorgos you will find Kalotaritissa Bay and its long, sandy beach, which is sheltered from strong winds and waves.

On the eastern side of Amorgos, we suggest swimming at the popular, pebbly beach of Mouros, which has two caves you can explore, the famous Agia Anna Beach, chosen for the film "Big Blue" due to its crystal-clear waters and its perfect setting, beneath the Monastery of Panagia Chozoviotissa. On the northeastern coast is the flat, rocky beach of Chalara, which is an hour's walk from the settlement of Potamos, Amorgos.

Amorgos Sights & Attractions

Like other Cyclades Islands, Amorgos has a priceless archaeological and historical legacy. In Chora, the capital of Amorgos Island Greece, visitors can visit several wonderful sights. The jewel of Amorgos Island is the Byzantine Monastery of Panagia Chozoviotissa, which is a masterpiece of ecclesiastical architecture, built into a Cliffside. The icon of the Virgin Mary, located in the Monastery, is believed to be the work of Luke the Evangelist. The 13 th century Castle, located on the highest point in Chora is another impressive sight, with its walls and the Church of Agios Georgios.

The Archaeological Collection of Amorgos is housed in the Gavras Tower, a superb 16 th century Venetian building. Visitors also have the opportunity to see the Medieval Cistern, the ruins of the Hellenistic Towers and several lovely churches. In the seaside settlement of Aegiali, on the northwestern side of Amorgos Island, we recommend visiting the ruins of the Roman Baths and taking a stroll through the very picturesque village off Potamos, Amorgos Greece.

It is also worth visiting the churches of Agia Triada and Agios Ioannis in Lagada and the Church of Panagia Katapoliani in Katapola. Don't miss paying a visit to Ancient Minoa in Katapola, the ruins of Ancient Markiani and the Post-Classic Tower and the Ancient Town Ruins in Arkesini, Amorgos Greece.

Amorgos Weather - Amorgos Climate, Greece

Amorgos Greece is well-known for its excellent climate, which remains fairly mild throughout the year. Like other Cycladic Islands, Amorgos has warm and dry summers, and comfortable winters, making it a splendid holiday destination all year round. The temperature of the sea gets cold only in the deep of winter.

From January to March, temperatures in Amorgos range from 12°C - 16°C. The months of April and May warm up, as temperatures range from 17°C to 25°C. As summer comes round, the island warms up, due to its rocky surface and temperatures in June, July, August and September, range from the mid 20s to mid 30s. October, November and December are quite warm for the season, as temperatures range from 12°C to the mid 20s.

The Meltemi wind, which blows from the north, makes its appearance in July and August, so visitors may prefer to swim at beaches which are sheltered from the wind. Fortunately, Amorgos has many bays and coves that offer protection from the wind.

Ferries to Amorgos Greece
You can travel to Amorgos Greece by ferry boat that departs from Pireaus Port in Athens. Ferry boats to Amorgos are frequent, particularly during the summer months, when tourism is at its peak.

Ferries to Amorgos Port in Katapola also depart from other Cyclades Islands and the Dodecanese Islands. Ferry Boat fares for Amorgos Island depend on the time of year you choose to travel, so book as much in advance as possible to pay lower fares. The trip from Piraeus Port to Amorgos Port (Katapola) lasts between 7 to 11 hours, depending on the number of stops the ferry makes at other islands.

Geography

Due to Amorgos' position opposite the ancient beaches of Ionian towns, such as Militos, Alikarnassos and Ephesos, it became one of the first places from which the Ionians passed through to the Cyclades Islands and onto the Greek mainland. The existence of three independent cities, preserved to this day, with autonomous constitution and the same currency, the size and artistic works of the walls surrounding the city of Arkesini, the ancient towers whose remains are scattered all over the island, the ancient tombs, the stone tools, the inscriptions, the vases and other antiquities are all powerful proof of the size of Amorgos' ancient civilization.

Amorgos Beaches

Amorgos Sights & Attractions

Amorgos Weather - Amorgos Climate, Greece

Ferries to Amorgos Greece

History