Astypalea Villages

Most villages in Astypalea are located on the western half of the island. All of them are built close to the seaside and boast traditional whitewashed houses that sparkle under the sunshine. With the exception of Vathi, the villages of Astypalea offer a range of facilities for visitors, including accommodation options and a range of quaint taverns.

In brief, Astypalea Town, with its picturesque buildings sprawling beneath the Venetian Castle, is the capital of the island and concentrates most amenities.

Below, you will find a list of 5 Astypalea villages sorted by popularity.
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Location: On the southern side of the island
Description: Town, or Chora, is the capital of the island. It is known for its traditional architecture and the Venetian Castle. Its most picturesque place is the path that leads to the Castle, lined by windmills.

Location: 2 km southwest of Chora
Description: Livadi is the Greek word for meadow and the greenest village on the island. It has a lovely beach and quite a few accommodations, eateries and shops.

Location: 1 km south of Chora
Description: Pera Gialos is the closest beach resort to Chora. It has many tourist facilities and an organized beach.

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Location: 21 km northeast of Chora
Description: Located in the rugged northeastern part of Astypalea, Vathi is a tiny village built in the heart of an enchanting bay that looks like a lagoon. It is perfect for enjoying the sun and the sea far from the hustle and bustle.

Location: 9 km northeast of Chora
Description: Analipsi (formerly known as Maltezana) is a beautiful seaside village built on a valley. Some excursion boats depart from there and make the tour of the island.

Location: On the southern side of the island
Description: Town, or Chora, is the capital of the island. It is known for its traditional architecture and the Venetian Castle. Its most picturesque place is the path that leads to the Castle, lined by windmills.

Location: 2 km southwest of Chora
Description: Livadi is the Greek word for meadow and the greenest village on the island. It has a lovely beach and quite a few accommodations, eateries and shops.

Location: 1 km south of Chora
Description: Pera Gialos is the closest beach resort to Chora. It has many tourist facilities and an organized beach.

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Location: 21 km northeast of Chora
Description: Located in the rugged northeastern part of Astypalea, Vathi is a tiny village built in the heart of an enchanting bay that looks like a lagoon. It is perfect for enjoying the sun and the sea far from the hustle and bustle.

Location: 9 km northeast of Chora
Description: Analipsi (formerly known as Maltezana) is a beautiful seaside village built on a valley. Some excursion boats depart from there and make the tour of the island.

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