3Karpathos – Tradition Preserved in the Mountains
Located between Crete and Rhodes, Karpathos retains a fiercely proud local tradition. Villages like Olympos have preserved customs, costumes, and dialects that date back centuries. In some mountain towns, women still bake bread in communal ovens and wear traditional dresses during festivals.
Karpathos also boasts rugged landscapes, crystal-clear beaches, and dramatic mountain routes ideal for hikers seeking untouched beauty.
What makes it authentic: ancient traditions, mountain villages, and raw natural scenery.
