Kos is a likable mixture of medieval Prankish and Turkish architecture with a few contributions of Italian monumental. In recent years Kos has attracted growing numbers of tourists and it seems as if the city of Kos is set to revive ancient rivalries and challenge Rhodes for the valuable annual cargo of bodies craving sun and sand.

From the Ε the fort on the S side of the entrance, the palace, a chimney near the entrance and a minaret in the town are conspicuous. From the Ν and W a large brown hotel on the spit ending in Ak Ammoglossa is conspicuous from some distance off. Rounding the point the entrance to the harbour is easily seen. Go stern or bows-to the quay on the Ε side. The bottom is mud - excellent holding.  The harbour is very crowded in the summer and it can be difficult to find a berth. Unless you specifically want to be here it is better to go to the marina. With a strong meltemi there is often an uncomfortable surge in the harbour although shelter on the Ε side is good. With gales from the N-NE the harbour is close to untenable. Large yachts can anchor off the beach S of the entrance in settled weather. Care is needed to keep clear of the approaches to the hydrofoil quay. Source: Greek Waters Pilot (Buy Now)