Kos is one of the Greek islands of the Dodecanese group, which also includes Rhodes and Kasos. Geographically, Kos is very close to Turkey, literally 4 km from Bodrum. The administrative center is the port city of the same name in the northeastern part of the island. Ancient Kos was part of the Doric Hexapolus, which included six cities of Asia Minor. It was destroyed by a massive earthquake in 1933, but has since recovered.
The history of Kos, like many other iconic sites, is closely linked to mythology. It is believed that it was to the shores of Kos that a storm, set by the vengeful Hera, brought the ship of Heracles on his return from Troy. Archaeological finds indicate that the first settlements here existed in Neolithic times. In the local archaeological museum you can also find artifacts from the Mycenaean period. So a weekend trip to Kos will also be educational.
There is practically no industry on the island, but agriculture, winemaking and beekeeping are well developed here. There are whole plantations of olives and citrus fruits. So Kos pleases with tasty, fresh and affordable products at pleasant prices all year round.