6Astypalea – The Butterfly of the Aegean
Shaped like butterfly wings, Astypalea sits between the Cyclades and Dodecanese, combining the best of both island groups. Its Chora, crowned by a Venetian castle and white cube houses, is one of Greece’s most beautiful hilltop towns.
The island’s beaches are spectacular — remote, sandy, and framed by turquoise seas. Vatses and Livadi are among the best, while Koutsomytis and Kounoupa can be reached only by boat, offering seclusion and Caribbean-like colors. Astypalea’s charm lies in its authenticity and its slow rhythm — a place where you can reconnect with nature and yourself.
