Budget Gateway to Karpathos Island

The wild beauty of the Dodecanese! High mountains, pristine landscapes, fragrant pine groves, traditional villages, turquoise waters and rich history make this island - the second largest in the Dodecanese group - an ideal destination for your holidays. The age-old traditions and practices have shaped the locals’ everyday lives and are part of their festivals too. Read More

Pigadia is the capital and main port of the island, where you’ll easily find the accommodation you prefer, as well as some interesting monuments to visit. At the port entrance, Vounos will catch your eye: it’s an imposing 23-metre high rock, where you will see the ruins of an ancient citadel. To your left, there is the Governor’s House [called Eparcheio], an impressive building dating to the period of Italian rule. Today, it houses an information centre for the mediterranean monk seal; there is also an open air museum with exhibits dating to various historical periods.