Kythira Pass 2026 is a financial aid action to stimulate domestic tourism in Kythira. Applications for the program begin on May 14, 2026 and will remain open until May 18, 2026. Basic Information on Amount & Beneficiaries Amount of Aid: Beneficiaries will receive a dematerialized digital debit card of 250 euros. Number of Beneficiaries: The program concerns a total of 3,600 beneficiaries. Use of...

Amaranthus or Sempreviva is not just a flower for Kythera, it is the symbol of the island, a living legend that "refuses" to die. Although we find it in various areas, the Kytherian variety has become completely identified with the local tradition and economy of the island. Amaranth or May or tears of the Virgin Mary! What is Amaranthus (Sempreviva)? Its name comes from the Latin Semper Viva,...

New data is to be "brought" by the conversion of a large part of the Ionian Sea into a National Marine Park. It will extend from north of Kefalonia to south of Antikythera and will cover a total area of over 14,000 km². Kythera, an island between the Peloponnese and Crete, is famous for its wild natural beauty, authentic atmosphere and rich ecosystem. In addition to its traditional villages and its...

The Byzantine Churches in the Venetian castle of Kato Chora in Mylopotamos, Kythira, constitute a unique set of monuments that bear witness to the religious, architectural and cultural heyday of the island during the Byzantine and post-Byzantine times. The castle of Kato Chora, built by the Venetians in the 16th century, served not only as a fortress but also as a center of urban life. Within its walls...

Sacred Sites on an Island Illuminated by Faith and Tradition Kythera, the island of Aphrodite, is not only a destination of natural beauty and cultural heritage, but also a place of deep spirituality. Maintaining its religious character intact, the island is home to over 350 churches and historic monasteries, many of which date back to Byzantine and Venetian times. These sacred sites are scattered in...