Landmark· Amorgos· Greece — Cyclades
Ancient Arkesini (Kastri, Amorgos)
36° 48.6′ N · 25° 49.0′ E
The walled acropolis of Arkesini, one of Amorgos's three ancient city-states, on the Kastri headland in the island's quiet south.
Practical
Remains date from Mycenaean to Roman times (sailingissues). Wikipedia notes the size and quality of its walls. Waymarked path 3 'Itonia' links Lefkes-Agioi Saranda-Kamari-ancient Arkesini-Vroutsi-Rachoula-Agia Triada tower: about 3 hours, medium (amorgos.gr). The Agia Triada Hellenistic tower is at Arkesini village (OSM). Combine with a stop at Mouros or Kalotaritissa.
Best for
Off-the-beaten-path archaeology
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