Landmark· Kythnos· Greece — Cyclades

Kythnos Chora (Messaria)

37° 24.8′ N · 24° 25.8′ E

The island capital in the hills: flat Cycladic roofs, stepped car-free lanes and many churches, including Agios Savvas from 1613. There is a new archaeological museum (opened 2023) and a quiet evening square.

Practical

Reached from Merichas by bus, taxi or rental car; Loutra is about 5 km away. The Archaeological Museum is in the former primary school (hours not verified). The Health Centre of Chora (+30 22810 31202) is here. Tavernas include Stamatis, Iter de Gusto and To Steki tou Ntetzi (OSM), and there is an ELINOIL fuel station on the road in. Coordinates from Wikipedia.

Best for

Evening in a traditional Chora