Elena Mavridis

Elena Mavridis – First Immersion in Greece in 2009 My journey to Greece began with an unexpected gift of fate. As a philology student, I won a grant for a summer language program in Athens. What was planned as a three-month academic adventure completely transformed my life. Stepping onto the land of Hellas, I felt an inexplicable thrill – as if my soul recognized the place where it was destined to flourish. After completing the program, I made an impulsive decision to stay for another six months, working as a translator for a small tourism company. Every weekend, I dedicated to exploring new corners of the country – from the majestic ruins of Peloponnese to the secluded beaches of the Cyclades. For over 16 years now, I've been working as a Greece expert, creating unique journeys that reveal the authentic soul of this ancient land. I live between Athens and the island of Naxos, constantly expanding the map of my Greek discoveries. Greece is an amazing world where myths come alive in every stone, and history breathes in modernity. Greeks are incredibly open people for whom philoxenia (love for guests) is not just a tradition but a way of life. Over these years, I have developed more than a thousand personalized itineraries for travelers from around the world, created a popular podcast about Greece's hidden treasures, published an illustrated guide to Greek regional cuisines, and collaborate with leading travel magazines as an expert on authentic Greek destinations.

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Beaches on Kos

Kefalos

I will start the narration about Kefalos with the place called Agios Stefanos. It’s a small place a bit east away from Kefalos. It is famous for a ruined 5th century basilica located right on the beach. Besides, from the beach you can enjoy view of a small island of Kastri with the monastery of Agios Nikolas. It is considered to be one of the most famous views of Kos Island.

A small island of Kastri with the monastery of Agios Nikolas

A modern village of Kefalos is located on the site of the historical capital of Kos Island called Papavasili. Kefalos is a quite densely built-up village with an old traditional Greek windmill overlooking it.

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You can see plenty of archaeological excavations that are remains of ancient temples and an ancient town. There are also more modern constructions such as the Blessed Virgin Mary Church and the Monastery of Agios Ioannis which is located to the west of the church.

A bit east of Kefalos a chain of the most wonderful beaches starts.

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