Holiday Guide

Kalymnos Island Sightseeing

Kalymnos Island Sightseeing

Over the last years, the island of Kalymnos has gradually developed as a rock climbing destination. Its landscape is mountainous and the characteristic feature of Kalymnos is its many caves. The mountains on the northern side of the island and the neighboring island of Telendos are the most popular sites for rock climbing. Other interesting sightseeing in Kalymnos is the Monastery of Agios Savvas and the Medieval Castle of Chryssoheria. Visitors should also not miss a boat trip from the port of Myrties to the island of Telendos, a secluded place with naturist beaches.

Sea World Museum

Valsamidis Sea World Museum was founded by Valsamidis brothers and it is situated in Vlychadia village. Its remarkable private collection consists of items that are related to the marine world.

Sea World Museum

Valsamidis Sea World Museum was founded by Valsamidis brothers and it is situated in Vlychadia village. Its remarkable private collection consists of items that are related to the marine world.

Valsamidis Sea World Museum hosts a wide collection of all the different kinds of sponges. Among other exhibits, in this museum you will find various shells and corals, embalmed sharks, a huge sea turtle, manta rays, swordfish and starfish.

Furthermore, a whole wreck of an ancient merchant ship with amphorae and other objects, as well as findings of the mysterious sunken city of Telendos are also exhibited in Valsamidis Sea World Museum.