PERA KASTRO. The Site: On the top of the hill overlooking the old mountainous capital of Kalymnos (Chorio) stands a citadel which was built in order to fortified the city and protect it from the invaders and the pirates. It is a Byzantine construction, which was occupied by the Knights of Saint John who inhabited it until the 18th century.Inside the imposing gates visitors will be able to see and visit well-preserved whitewashed chapel housing fine Byzantine frescoes. For more information do not hesitate to contact us! Back to the Top of the page! Take me back!
On the top of the hill overlooking the old mountainous capital of Kalymnos (Chorio) stands a citadel which was built in order to fortified the city and protect it from the invaders and the pirates. It is a Byzantine construction, which was occupied by the Knights of Saint John who inhabited it until the 18th century.Inside the imposing gates visitors will be able to see and visit well-preserved whitewashed chapel housing fine Byzantine frescoes.
