Holiday Guide

Kos Island Historical Places

Kos Island Historical Places

Kos Island, known as the father of medical science, is one of the most important symbols of the island in the hometown of Hippocrates and the world-famous Hippocrates Tree in the city center. Asklepion, located 4 km from the city center, is a historical site dedicated to Asklepios, the god of health, after the death of Hippocrates. In mythological times, Hippocrates has shown that human therapy can be achieved through education, and has established a medical center called Asklepion. Nowadays, there are historical temples, a medical school, the Roman Baths and the remains of the Apostle Apostle. Kos Island Archeology Museum, which was built by the Italians in 1935, and a statue of Hippocrates made of marble outside the ruins of Greek and Roman civilizations, is one of the most important places on the list of places to visit.

Monastery of Agia Ioannis

In this monastery, various rites are held by clergy in August.

Monastery of Agia Ioannis

South of Kos Island, 7 km from the city center, this monastery was built on a hill near Kefalos Village. The monastery is surrounded by greenery and has a magnificent sea view. In this monastery, various rites are held by clergy in August.