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The annual festival on the eve of Agia Paraskevi on July 25th, attracts many visitors who taste the famous Amorgian specialty.
Almost half of this long, thin island, to the south-west and after the Chora, is taken up by the Kato Meria (Lower Side) of Amorgos, with the villages you will encounter along the way are: Kamari, Vroutsi, Arkesini, Kolofana, and Kalotaritissa.
This is the island’s agricultural zone that consists of several scattered villages. It consists of several scattered villages. After Agios Georgios Valsamitis, on the road towards Kato Meria, you will notice a change of scenery on the island. This part of the island has pronounced fishing, agricultural and animal husbandry characteristics, with little tourism activity and limited choices for visitors.
The Kamari village a sparsely populated settlement,, followed by Mouros beach and then Vroutsi village . Vroutsi is marked by the old windmill crowing the village hill. The village is approximately 12 kilometers away from Chora, and has very few permanent residents. Its name derives from a Byzantine official who was exiled there.
Keeping to the main road, you will next come to Arkesini (one of the island’s ancient cities, 13 kilometers from Chora) which is spread out along the plain and marked by the church of Agios Onoufrios. Rachoula neighborhood is visible on the hillside, and the main road leads on to Kolofana. The village is named after King Colophon.
Kolofana is followed by small, fertile plains, such as Kato Kambos and the bay of Kalotaritissa.
At Kalotaritissa, you can take a boat to Gramvoussa islet and enjoy a swim in its crystal-clear waters!
The Paradisia cove is where the local fishermen dock their boats, while the last milestone at the southernmost tip of the island is the church of Agia Paraskevi, at 20 kilometers from Chora (formerly pasture-land).
See more info on our guide about the beaches of Kato Meria.
Shop now at Paresa at Vroutsi village. Discover her collection that follows a design approach, based on imagination and craftsmanship!
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You may visit the historic Monastery where the water oracle of Apollo operated!
Starting from Vroutsi, follow the path for the ruins of the walls of Ancient Arkesini. You will have a chance to admire the church of Panagia Kastriani, seeing the tower and even an ancient aqueduct!
Preserved ancient tower - building of the 4th century, near Arkesini.
The "Olympia" is located before Kalotaritissa, stranded for almost 60 years. Learn more about shipwreck.
The festival takes place annually and gathers a large number of visitors who taste the famous patatato of Amorgos (a specialty of goat’s meat and potato stew, which is served after the church service).
As a starting point, you can hike the hiking routes number 3 and 6. See more on our page Hiking on Amorgos.
Last Updated: 11/04/2022
By car, motorcycle, Amorgos KTEL buses, or a taxi.
Bus stops are located on the road network of the villages. Please, inform the bus driver of the place you want to disembark, in advance.
Please be informed about the bus timetable How to get to Amorgos. Ferry, Bus connection
Alternatively, discover Amorgian nature by foot on the paths hiking routes of the island.
Discover Kato Meria from June until September. You will find traditional taverns and rooms for rent, relaxing in a picturesque, calm and quiet environment.
On Eve' night of Agia Paraskevi (26/7) you will experience the joy and island feast of the largest festival in the Aegean tasting the famous potatato!
The exploration of ancient settlements, the famous shipwreck and the beaches with the beauty of endless blue, invite you to a special journey through time!
We suggest you spend a day until late in the afternoon, whetting your appetite by ordering the "rich" portions at local taverns.
