Museum: In the Plateia Eleftherias (Freedom Square), across from the Dimotiki Agora, (The Municipal Market.)The rooms where the statues and mosaics are displayed are designed in such a way so that each piece stands out beautifully,The collection includes some Ancient ceramics, classical and Hellenistic sculptures, small statues of Aphrodite, Eros and Demeter.

Did You Know?... Kos was inhabited from the very early Bronze Age (2900-2100 BC) as the prehistoric tombs and the findings in Asklupi and in the White Stone cave prove.

Roman Odeum: Built in the 3rd. century A.D. and was excavated in 1929. It is in quite good condition, with eighteen marble steps.The construction of this Amphitheater was based on vaulted arcades. Inside these Arcades some ancient statues were discovered, including the one of Hypocrites, which is displayed in the museum.

Hippocrates Platanos: This historic tree which is considered by many as the oldest tree in Europe, stands in front of the entrance to the Knights Castle. It’s trunk has a circumference of approximately twelve meters, and according to tradition it was under this very tree that Hippocrates taught medicine to his students. Next to the Platanos, there is an ancient Sarcophagus, which during the Turkish occupation was used as a water trough for the nearby Mosque.

Castle Of The Knights: Standing on the right side of the harbour, is this most impressive monument of the Venetian period. Built by the Knights of St. John in the 15th century. It consists of an inner and outer wall, and is in quite good condition. It shows an interesting example of the defensive architecture in 15th century. Kept within the Castle are many artifacts from ancient temples.

Boat Trips: Excursion boats leave the harbour daily with trips to Pserimos and Nisyros very popular. Visit Bodrum, Turkey, on a hydrofoil (20mins) or ferry (50mins).

History: In the north eastern part of Kos town, near the harbour lies the Ancient Town. There one can see the ruins of a Hellenistic Temple dedicated to Hercules, restored pillars of a small Temple and remains of a sanctuary, dedicated to Aphrodite.

Beaches: Liminonas has two fairly secluded beaches, one being in the shape of a horse shoe, and the waves roll in and knock you down. If you like to be away from the crowds you should visit Liminonas.

Kos Town: A lunatic mix of beach resort, open air nightclub and ancient ruins that spreads in all directions inland from the enclosed port. Greek and Roman remains, including elegant columns and beautiful street mosaics, are incongruously pitted against music thumping street bars and a nightmare of neon at night.

Did You Know?... Hippocrates was born around 460 BC on the island of Kos, Greece. He became known as the founder of medicine and was regarded as the greatest physician of his time. He based his medical practice on observations and on the study of the human body.

Platani: Inland from Kos town is the village of PLATANI, the last refuge for the island's dwindling Turkish community. In the 1960s there were around 3,000 Turks here but as the enmity between the two countries has grown so the population has declined to a few hundreds. This is still the place for a Turkish night out at one of the many restaurants, all of which are superior to any in Kos town.

Did You Know?... Flat plains have made cycling uniquely popular and there are around 5,000 cycles on hire at the height of the season.