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Symi: below the surface

Posted on October 6, 2013 by BarryH

It has always struck me as odd that Symi, an island made up almost entirely of limestone, has no cave systems, or at least none that I could find out about. The ‘Round-the-Island’ boat trips advertised from the harbour offers … Continue reading →

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Tilos: a walk beyond the fringe.

Posted on August 5, 2013 by BarryH

Once a week there is the opportunity to do a walk on Tilos which I have intended but not got round to doing for a number of years. It’s a truly ‘wild walk’ from Agios Pandeleimon, the large monastery dedicated … Continue reading →

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Tilos: sea to sky and back again

Posted on July 26, 2013 by BarryH

Not as dramatic as Vancouver to Whistler, or as long, but very enjoyable and on Tilos  all done on foot. Livadia Bay is backed by a curve of mountains, in three main blocks each with its high point (obviously!!)and separated … Continue reading →

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