submitted by Peter Vanges on 26.09.2007
In the decades following the unification of Greece in 1864, Kythera once again became the stop-over port of call for Austrian ships from Trieste, using Avlemona during winter, and Kapsali during the summer months. The company was known as Lloyds of Trieste. A representative was appointed to the island by the name of Giovani Kavalini who also acted as Vice Consul at Kythera. The descendants of this man remained on the island for many generations and the name is evident today, with many residing in Kythera, Australia and other parts of the world. The tomb of one of the original Kavalini family members can be found in a small cemetery outside St Spyridon’s Church at Kapsali. The Triestian vessels continued their journey to Smyrna where a strong Kytherian community was flourishing. The Kavalini family played an important role in the history of trade on the island as they were the official import-export representatives for many years, with trade from Europe and the Greek mainland. pp. 147-148. Kythera. A History. Peter Vanges, author. * Also spelt Cavallini, Cavalinis, & Cavalenes
submitted by Stephen Trifyllis on 11.09.2007
just before the main road turn off is this lovely restored home one of the many great homes in aroniathika.
submitted by George Poulos on 10.09.2007
The European Union must be congratulated on their efforts to restore architectural heritage sites of deep significance such as this one. Their grants have been invaluable in restoring the Kytherian "klirenomia". [In case you think that this photograph is impossible to "take" without having a whole lot of power lines in the way....you are absolutely correct. The power lines have been digitally removed. Which beggars the question - why not "actually" remove the powerlines around this beautiful windmill by undergrounding them?] The windmill at Livathi in 1993, when it was still in ruin
The European Union must be congratulated on their efforts to restore architectural heritage sites of deep significance such as this one. Their grants have been invaluable in restoring the Kytherian "klirenomia". The windmill at Livathi in 1993, when it was still in ruin
submitted by Stephen Trifyllis on 02.09.2007
one of the many typical kythera villages with the old and new buidings side by side.
submitted by Stella Yang on 31.07.2007
Street in Hora
submitted by Stella Yang on 30.07.2007
Famous corner in Hora.
The lighthouse of Kaplsali.
View on Kapsali from Hora.
submitted by Stella Yang on 10.09.2007
The windmill at Livathi after renovation The windmill at Livathi in 1993, when it was still in ruin.
The windmill at Livathi in 1993, when it still was a ruin.
The "boathouse' in Hora on the road down to Kapsali.
submitted by Zeidoros Ltd on 23.07.2007
Zeidoros Centre for the Arts & Education is located in Kapsali bay. It consists of a listed Venetian building, an amphitheatre and a restaurant area. The building hosts seminars, conferences, and exhibitions, during the season. The theatre hosts performances and concerts. Visitors can enjoy a performance accompanied by a quality bottle of wine. Zeidoros Centre for the Arts & Education 80100 Kapsali, Kythera / tel.: +30 2736038212 www.zeidoros.gr
submitted by Kytherian Newsflash on 17.12.2006
Lighthouses of Kithira (Kythira, Kythera) and Antikithira (Antikythira) Note: Kithira is an island about 12 km (7.5 mi) off the southeastern tip of the Peloponnisos. Historically and culturally it is associated with the Ionian Islands, although it is remote from them geographically. Like the other Ionian Islands, it was administered by Britain from 1809 to 1864. The island has a population of about 3500 and is accessible by ferry from Gythio or Neapoli. Antikithira is a small island roughly halfway between Kithira and the northwestern tip of Crete. * Moudari (Akra Spathi) 1901. Active; focal plane 114 m (374 ft); three white flashes every 30 s. 25 m (82 ft) round masonry tower with lantern and gallery, rising from one end of a 1-story masonry keeper's house. Tower unpainted except for a white band around the base; lantern painted white with a green roof; keeper's house painted white. Stephen Trifyllis has a distant photo in which the mainland can be seen in the distance. Located on Cape Spathi, the northern tip of Kithira. Site status unknown, but the site shoud be accessible from the end of a road that approaches the cape. ARLHS GRE-120; Admiralty E4066; NGA 15048. * Kapsali 1853 (British). Active; focal plane 24 m (79 ft); white flash every 3 s. 8 m (26 ft) round cylindrical masonry tower with lantern and gallery, rising from a small 1-story masonry keeper's house. Entire lighthouse painted white, except the lantern dome is blue. A good photo is available. Located on a promontory on the east side of the harbor of Kapsali, a port near the southern end of Kithira. Site open, tower closed. ARLHS GRE-077; Admiralty E4068; NGA 15052. Faros Moudari; Hellenic Navy photo Apolitares (Antikithira) 1926. Active; focal plane 40 m (131 ft); two white flashes every 15 s. 23 m (75 ft) 2-stage round stone tower, lower stage cylindrical and upper stage conical, with lantern and gallery, attached to the seaward end of a 1-story stone keeper's house. The tower is unpainted; lantern painted white with a green roof; keeper's house painted white. The Navy has an excellent aerial photo. Savas's photo appears to be of a different lighthouse, painted white. Antikithira has a population of about 50; boat transportation from Kithira can be arranged. Located at the southern tip of the island. Site status unknown. ARLHS GRE-040; Admiralty E4072; NGA 15076. http://www.unc.edu/~rowlett/lighthouse/grcw.htm
At: http://www.flickr.com/photos/88569288@N00/96199125/ Lighthouses of Kithira (Kythira, Kythera) and Antikithira (Antikythira) Note: Kithira is an island about 12 km (7.5 mi) off the southeastern tip of the Peloponnisos. Historically and culturally it is associated with the Ionian Islands, although it is remote from them geographically. Like the other Ionian Islands, it was administered by Britain from 1809 to 1864. The island has a population of about 3500 and is accessible by ferry from Gythio or Neapoli. Antikithira is a small island roughly halfway between Kithira and the northwestern tip of Crete. * Moudari (Akra Spathi) 1901. Active; focal plane 114 m (374 ft); three white flashes every 30 s. 25 m (82 ft) round masonry tower with lantern and gallery, rising from one end of a 1-story masonry keeper's house. Tower unpainted except for a white band around the base; lantern painted white with a green roof; keeper's house painted white. Stephen Trifyllis has a distant photo in which the mainland can be seen in the distance. Located on Cape Spathi, the northern tip of Kithira. Site status unknown, but the site shoud be accessible from the end of a road that approaches the cape. ARLHS GRE-120; Admiralty E4066; NGA 15048. * Kapsali 1853 (British). Active; focal plane 24 m (79 ft); white flash every 3 s. 8 m (26 ft) round cylindrical masonry tower with lantern and gallery, rising from a small 1-story masonry keeper's house. Entire lighthouse painted white, except the lantern dome is blue. A good photo is available. Located on a promontory on the east side of the harbor of Kapsali, a port near the southern end of Kithira. Site open, tower closed. ARLHS GRE-077; Admiralty E4068; NGA 15052. Faros Moudari; Hellenic Navy photo Apolitares (Antikithira) 1926. Active; focal plane 40 m (131 ft); two white flashes every 15 s. 23 m (75 ft) 2-stage round stone tower, lower stage cylindrical and upper stage conical, with lantern and gallery, attached to the seaward end of a 1-story stone keeper's house. The tower is unpainted; lantern painted white with a green roof; keeper's house painted white. The Navy has an excellent aerial photo. Savas's photo appears to be of a different lighthouse, painted white. Antikithira has a population of about 50; boat transportation from Kithira can be arranged. Located at the southern tip of the island. Site status unknown. ARLHS GRE-040; Admiralty E4072; NGA 15076. http://www.unc.edu/~rowlett/lighthouse/grcw.htm
submitted by Stephen Trifyllis on 10.10.2006
walk through the streets of hora to admire magnificent classic venetian and neo classical architecture. how the island architecture differs from the north of the island to the south, sometimes you think you are on a different island.
submitted by James Victor Prineas on 05.07.2006
The ancient church of St. George which perches over Avlemonas and Diakofti.
submitted by Kristina Williamson on 11.02.2013
This image is part of a photographic documentary series entitled “One Year on Kythera”. “One Year on Kythera” was created by photographer Kristina Williamson, who spent one calender year living on Kythera, documenting the lives of Kytherians today; what aspects of traditional life remain in practice and in what ways the island is changing.. For more information on this project please visit www.oneyearonkythera.com
submitted by Peter Makarthis on 20.11.2005
The Keystone Kato Hora The significant keystone in the top of the archway indicates that the arch was built by master stone masons of a superior class Peter Makarthis
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