Itisallgreek2me

Tuesday, 21 June 2022… Up and out the door before 07.00 hours to walk to the Port. Managed a few more photos on the way… the Old Town pretty much still sleeping. Feeling somewhat relieved to be leaving cosmopolitan Rhodes, I boarded the ferry Dodekanisos Pride early for the 1 hour 15 minute ride to Chalki, the smallest of the Dodecanese islands.

Arriving at Nimborios (also known as Emporios) at 09.15 hours, made the short, albeit uphill walk to my lodgings Kleanthe, to be met by Ioanna. A beautiful traditional house with 3 studio apartments, it feels very much like a haven of peace and a natural remedy for anxiety.

Around midday, made the short walk to Pontamos… an organized beach, however, with space to put your towel down on the sand if like me, you’re not interested in paying E8 for a sunbed and umbrella. Evening stroll around the Port then a Taverna meal I’d rather forget… three local moggies happy to be beneficiaries of my unwanted food.

Wednesday, 22 June 2022… Day 2 on Chalki began with a walk down to Dimitris Bakery to buy mia milópita (one apple pie) for breakfast, returning briefly to my room before setting off to walk to Palió Chorió (old village). A mostly deserted Medieval settlement from where a path leads up to the top of the hill, dominated by the remains of the Castle of the Knight’s. Inside the Kastro is the deserted church of Agios Nicholaos with 15-17th century murals. However, with the door securely locked there was no chance of seeing those so had to content myself with the panoramic views. On my way back down the hill, took a side path to see the rock-cut benches inscribed (of Zeus of Hekate) interpreted as thrones or alters and dated to the Hellenistic period.

The heat I can cope with, plus there has been quite a nice breeze the past 2-3 days, however, I don’t do flies and on my walk today they seldom left me alone… really bothersome. I’m guessing the rubbish tip along the way may have much to do with the problem.

Arriving back as far as Pontamos beach around midday, enjoyed Yemistá (stuffed tomato and capsicum) for lunch with a large beer at Nick’s Taverna. Got chatting to Curly and Mandy, a couple from Cornwall… two more people who I hope will become inspired from following my intrepid travels. Had a quick swim then home for a siesta and Blogging time.

Now just on dusk and I’m sitting down at Apostolis Cafe Bar in the harbour with an ouzo and meze… another beautiful day will soon be over.

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