Kioni
Greece
Continuing our excursion, we take a 50' ride through amazing landscapes towards the charming “Kioni Bay” to have lunch.
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8 sections · tap a section for its opening lines1Kioni, Ithaca
Welcome to Kioni, arguably one of the most picturesque and well-preserved villages in the Ionian Sea. Located in the northern reaches of Ithaki, Kioni is a masterclass in traditional Mediterranean urbanism. …
Listen in the app2The Three Venetian Windmills — Sentinels of the Bay
Standing prominently on the southern arm of the harbor entrance are the ruins of three stone windmills. These structures, dating back to the Venetian period, are iconic symbols of Kioni. …
Listen in the app3The Village Waterfront — A Maritime Social Space
The waterfront of Kioni is the village's social and economic artery. This narrow strip of land between the steep hills and the deep water is where the life of the village unfolds. …
Listen in the app4The Church of Agios Ioannis — Spiritual Heritage
The Church of Saint John (Agios Ioannis) stands as a focal point in the village, its elegant bell tower rising above the surrounding rooftops. This church is not only a place of worship but a repository of Kioni's religious and…
Listen in the app5Traditional Stone Houses — Architectural Continuity
Walking up the narrow steps away from the harbor, we enter the residential heart of Kioni. The houses here are exemplary of the traditional Ionian style that has earned the village its protected status. …
Listen in the app6The Old Olive Oil Press — Industrial Archaeology
In a quiet corner of the village lies the remains of an old olive oil press, a fascinating piece of industrial archaeology. While Kioni was primarily a fishing village, the surrounding hills are covered in ancient olive groves,…
Listen in the app7The Upper Village Viewpoints — The Wider Horizon
To truly appreciate the geography of Kioni, one must ascend to the higher viewpoints on the outskirts of the village. From here, the entire layout of the bay and the surrounding landscape is revealed. …
Listen in the app8Kioni, Ithaca
As we conclude our walk through Kioni, take one final look at the harbor as the light begins to change. Kioni is more than just a beautiful village; it is a testament to the preservation of a way of life and an architectural…
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What is Kioni?
Kioni is a place in Greece with 8 story sections on Tellby. You can read the opening of each section on this page; the sound plays in the app.
| Location | Greece |
|---|---|
| Type | Heritage |
| Story sections | 8 |
| Text language | English |
| Coordinates | 38.4500, 20.6833 |
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