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Astypalea
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Astypalea
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A relatively untouristed island with a port of whitewashed houses dominated by an ancient fortress.
Overview of Astypalea
This is a relatively untouristed island (also called Astypalaia) with a port of whitewashed houses dominated by an ancient fortress.
Key facts
- Type of place: island.
- Tourist interest: (worth a stop if you are in the area).
- Location:
- Local time:
- Main town: Astypalea (1,036 inhabitants).
- Population: 1,334 inhabitants (2011).
- Area: 114.1 km².
- Highest point: 506 m.
- Coastline:
- Website: https://www.astypalaia.com/
History of Astypalea
Island environment
Wildlife and flora
Precautions
What to see and do in Astypalea
In the surrounding area
Climate and weather in Astypalea
The island has a Mediterranean climate, sunny and windy, also characterised by dry summers and rainfall mainly in winter. Temperatures rarely drop below 10°C in winter or rise above 30°C in summer. In terms of climate (and even visitor numbers), the best time to visit is spring or early autumn.