Kimolos
The chalk-white island at the edge of the world
Tiny and immaculate, Kimolos is a parenthesis of silence in the Cyclades. Its chalk-white houses, volcanic landscapes sculpted by the wind and seaside hot springs compose a scene of raw beauty. The perfect island for those seeking absolute tranquillity.
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What makes Kimolos unique
Accessible in just a few minutes by boat from Milos, Kimolos feels as though it belongs to another era. The main village, Chorio, is a labyrinth of white lanes where the elders take their coffee on the square beneath the tamarisk trees. The island takes its name from kimolia, the white chalk extracted from its volcanic soils. The hot springs of Prassa, right on the shoreline, offer a natural bath facing the Aegean. With just a few hundred permanent residents, Kimolos remains one of the most authentic Cycladic islands: here, the baker greets you by name from the second day.
When to visit Kimolos
Spring and early autumn are the best seasons. The island lives to the rhythm of the seasons, and many services only operate between May and October. Combine this stop with a visit to Milos or Sifnos for a journey among the unspoilt islands of the Cyclades.