Kyra Panagia

Kyra Panagia is a small seaside resort, one of the most beautiful places in Karpathos island.

The village is located approx. 15 km north of Pigadia, by the exit of a deep valley with steep cliffs. You can visit Kyra Panagia village either by car or motorbike, just follow the road signs on the main road.

You should know that the road that leads to Kyra Panagia is extremely winding and filled with hairpin bends, but this road section is usually not as narrow as elsewhere in Karpathos. When you reach the end of the road, you will understand why is Kyra Panagia so famous. The village is situated in a mouth of a large valley, surrounded by steep cliffs and huge mountains. This unique location make Kyra Panagia so special and so beautiful, and this wild natural scenery is exceptional even in Greece!

 The enchanting Kyra Panagia, a jewel of Karpathos island

In addition to its interesting location, Kyra Panagia is best known for its beautiful beach. This magical place is one of the greatest trademarks of Karpathos, the a panoramic views of Kyra Panagia beach are far famous. In the southern part of the beach, on a small rocky cliff a small church of Kyra Panagia was built. When you visit the village, don't forget to walk to the church's garden for the best views! The garden is a shady and peaceful place, a real hidden gem, with a small bell hanging from a tree.  

Kyra Panagia is surrounded by steep cliffs 

Kyra Panagia village is not big at all, there was built only a few apartments, taverns, and a small souvenir shop in the shade of the cliffs. In the main street there are also some parking lots, directly next to the road. The other streets of the village are quite narrow and these are designed primarily for pedestrian traffic. The sidewalks of Kyra Panagia are filled with hundreds of flowers. Oleanders, geraniums, mediterranean pine trees and tamarisks make the barren valley alive and beautiful, to the great delight of the residents and the visitors of Karpathos island.

Main street of the village

The scenery of Kyra Panagia is impressive, the vertical walls of the gorge are breathtaking and enchants all visitors. Some houses was built on the steep walls of the cliffs, offering one of the best views of Karpathos to Kyra Panagia. 

The interesting rock formations are typical in Karpathos 

The famous Kyra Panagia beach is a well-organised place, where the sea is usually calm and has amazing emerald and turquoise colors. Behind the beach, only a few steps from the shore there are some beach bars and taverns also.

The church of Kyra Panagia, next to the beach 

Kyra Panagia beach

Why visit Kyra Panagia 

• One of the most beautiful villages in Karpathos
• Breathtaking natural scenery
• Exceptional panoramic views to the bay

Where to stay in Kyra Panagia / recommended accomodations

Apartments

Kyra Panagia Aparthotel (studios, apartments)

Pension Akropolis (studios)

Rigo Apartments (up to 4 guests)

Vento Isolano Luxury Suites (deluxe apartments)

Zoes House (studios)

Villas

Antikri villas (sea view)

Two Goats villas (sea view, private pool) 

Lux View Suites (sea view, private pool)

Karpathos Mountain and Sea Villa (sea view)

Eleon Luxury Villa (superior villa, up to 5 guests)

Lux View Villas (up to 4 guests, sea view)

Villa Stamatina (up to 4 guests) 

List of the accomodations in Kyra Panagia

Apartments, studios and hotels in Karpathos island

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