Walking The Kali Strata On Symi
By Helen Grubner. Filed in Uncategorized |
Sunday, 19 June 2022… Today on Symi, I walked the Kali Strata… a fairly intense hill climb up a wide path that involves around 500 stone steps with landings. Technically it is a road that stretches between the Port (Gialos) and the Village (Chorio). The original intent was to give the wealthy population on the island a chance to walk home in a meandering and pleasant environment. Boasting incredible views and scenery, neoclassical mansions, restored and in ruins and a magnificent view from the churches at the top of the hill.
Part way on my journey uphill, I met Pat and Julia coming down the steps and we sat on a bench seat having a wonderful long chat. They will now follow my travels and no doubt be inspired to return to Greece in the future.
You know the saying “a picture is worth a thousand words”. Enjoy all the Images to follow and perhaps you may like to try spotting the little sign on a door “I am already disturbed, please come in” and the fig tree in the derelict house growing out of the windows and doors.
My stay here in Grandma’s House has been absolutely delightful. For the second day in a row, I’ve enjoyed a homemade Greek Salad for lunch with a beer, sitting out on my wee balcony.
This evening repeated last night with a stroll down to the Port for ouzo and meze at Elpida Kafeneion. The hardware in the harbour has to be seen to be believed!
Tomorrow means once again moving on… a short 1 hour 10 minute ferry ride to Rhodes and an overnight stay at Domus Hotel in the Old Town, before heading to the smallest inhabited Greek island… Chalki, where I’m looking forward to settling in for a 7 night stay.
