The Spirit of Kymi
Where nature, history and local life come together.
Kymi is one of the most beautiful and authentic parts of Evia, just two hours from Athens, where green hills meet the deep blue of the Aegean Sea. With a rich history and a distinctive local gastronomy, it offers opportunities for hiking and climbing, as well as vibrant summer festivals with live music, dance and cultural events such as “Tis Technis ta Iamata”. From The Nightingale House, guests can explore a landscape of quiet beauty, traditional villages and hidden coastal spots.
After a day of exploring, return to the calm of The Nightingale House.
Places to Discover
Kymi and its surrounding area offer a rich variety of places to explore, from the historic town and its cultural landmarks to traditional villages, hidden coastal spots and natural landscapes. Together, they create a diverse and authentic experience shaped by history, local life and the quiet beauty of the Evian countryside.
Monastery
One of the most important religious landmarks of Kymi, the Monastery of the Transfiguration is set in a picturesque location with beautiful views over the surrounding landscape. Its architecture combines traditional and Byzantine elements, reflecting its long history and spiritual significance.
Folklore Museum of Kymi
The Folklore Museum offers a fascinating insight into the cultural heritage of the region. Through traditional costumes, tools and everyday objects, it presents the history and way of life of the local community, creating a meaningful connection with the past.
Georgios Papanikolaou
The house of Georgios Papanikolaou, the renowned physician and inventor of the Pap test, is an important cultural site. Currently undergoing restoration to become a museum, it reflects the life and scientific contribution of one of Greece’s most significant figures.
Villages
Scattered across the hills and coastline around Kymi, villages such as Kalimerianoi, Andronianoi, Oxylithos, Platana and Paralia reveal the authentic character of the region. With stone houses, quiet streets and open views, they invite slow exploration and a deeper connection with the landscape.
Dirfys & Vromonera
A unique landscape of dense fir trees on the slopes of Mount Dirfys, including the area of Vromonera, where forests, small rivers and secluded hermitages create a setting of rare natural beauty. With its cool shade even in summer and its remarkable old trees, it is ideal for quiet walks and moments of calm in nature.
Paralia–Platana
Paralia, the historic port of Kymi, has long been a point of connection between the region and the wider Aegean. Once an important hub for the transport of lignite and wine, it continues to link Evia with the island of Skyros. Today, together with the nearby seaside village of Platana, it offers a relaxed coastal atmosphere with small cafés, fresh seafood and open views of the sea.
Along the coastline of Kymi, a series of beautiful beaches unfolds, from quiet coves to open shores with clear Aegean waters, inviting moments of calm and a gentle connection with the sea.
The Nightingale House 