Kos Things to do!
 Sightseeing
You will undoubtedly be impressed by the castle of the Knights of the Order of Saint John which is situated at the entrance of Kos harbour on what used to be an island in antiquity, communicating with the inland through a bridge that one can still see even today namely the bridge of “Phoinikon" Avenue.
Built of local stone as well as parts of ancient buildings ,the castle consists of two defensive precincts. The interior one has four circular towers in the corners and the south-eastern tower forms part of the exterior precinct, with massive bastions on the four corners, battlements and gun ports. The two precincts are separated by a large moat and communicate with a drawbridge.
The oldest remaining part of the castle is the circular tower to the left of the draw bridge, through which the two precincts communicate, and bears the blazons of two Grand Masters: De Lastic (1437 - 1454) and De Milly (1454 - 1461). On the northern side, between the two precincts, there used to be a warehouse constructed by the knights which was restored during the Italian occupation and today is a Other than the imposing Castle and the charm of the old town.
Night life
The island’s night pulse will be an once in a lifetime experience for those of you who will decide to meet the island’s night beauty.Apart from a variety of night clubs, traditional greek tavernas and restaurants,the numerous beach bars attracting the majority of visitors of the island, are undoubtedly the highlight of the island’ s night life proving that Kos caters to all tastes.When it comes to choosing the ideal place to spend you night at the choices are unlimited as island’s streets are filled with bars and clubs especially in Kos City, bursting with energy and music until the first morning hours. For the more romantic ones who prefer the calmer romantic spots, there's always the beach front cafe bars with an idyllic character and unique decoration that will amaze you with their traditional style and unique service.
Eating out
In Kos you will find yourselves lost in new gastronomical tastes with the local’s guidance from graphical traditional restaurants seductive dishes to the very popular ouzeri , taverns and fish taverns with their wonderful aromas capable of making you hungry at all times.The safe choice of the international cuisine restaurants is always there , such as Italian as well as chinese restaurants with sweet and sour tastes spread all over the island as well as Indian restaurants for that spicy curry, not to mention the red hot Mexican cuisine that will make eating out one of the most memorable moments during your stay in Kos. Feel free to try all greek mezedes and be amazed by the great new tastes!
Shopping
Kos Island manages to marry a heritage of traditional products and the latest technology. A stroll at the city's Old Town will with no doubt make you a shopoholic! Whether you're looking to buy a bar of olive oil soap,well known for it's natural excellence, or a jar of locally produced honey to the latest dvd player feel free to trust Kos market.Super markets have an array of traditional products but those all too familiar products from back home are here too.Traditional bakeries fill the morning air with an unforgettable aroma of freshly baked bread. Traditional arts and crafts, famous since ancient times, mostly hand crafted, are widely available. Wherever in Kos you choose to stay, the Island is literally full of places to shop, most ofwhich accept all major credit cards including Maestro (British Switch).
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