The untamed lord of the sea

Kasos is the southernmost island of the Dodecanese Group with a history that goes way back in antiquity. It shares common features with Crete – its neighbor, lying at a short distance.
The maritime traditions of Kasos have their roots in the Neolithic period, when Minoans from Crete moved to the east, in search of new markets. In the famous cave, Ellenokamara were found alphabetic linear inscriptions.

The island capital is Fry, which is pronounced 'free', where about one-third of the population lives. The few tourists who do venture here are greeted by the sight of bright white houses with blue doors and shutters, looking remarkably like the Cyclades. Impossible to miss is the surprisingly large cathedral of Ayios Spiridon, the patron saint of the island.

Other than that and an Archaeological Museum, there's not much to see in Fry, though it is where you'll find the post office, ATMs, police, shops and travel services. There's a beach within about a 10-minute walk, and while it's not the greatest beach in the Aegean, it's pleasant enough.

Its beauty and uniqueness justify the small odyssey that the traveler must go through to arrive on the island but then its coastline of 59 km & its five villages: Agia Marina, the Polly, Panaya, Arvanitohori, and Fry (capital ) make this a trip worth taking!