HISTORY OF KOS ISLAND

Kos is a Greek island, part of the Dodecanese complex in the southeastern Aegean sea. It is the third largest island of the Dodecanese by area, after Rhodes and Karpathos, with a population of 33,388, making it the second most populous of the Dodecanese after Rhodes. The island measures 40 by 8 kilometres (25 by 5 miles). The capital and center of the island is Kos Town.

The name Kos is first attested in the Iliad of Omiros and has been in continuous use since. Other ancient names include Meropis, Cea, and Nymphaea. In many ancient languages, Kos was formerly known as Stancho, Stanchio, or Stinco, and in Ottoman and modern Turkish it is known as İstanköy, all from the reinterpretation of the Greek expression “going into Kos” cf. the similar Istanbul and Stimpoli. In Italian, the island is known as Coo.

Kos has been influenced by many ancient cultures and civilisations throughout the centuries. Today, the island has many noteworthy archaeological sites which include the Asklepieion of Kos and the Plane Tree of Hippocrates, the Roman Odeon, Casa Romana, the Castle of the Knights, the Castle of Antimachia, the Castle and Old Town of Pyli and the Cave of White Stone, all with significant architectural remains as compelling evidence of Kos’ long and varied history.

WEDDINGS IN KOS ISLAND

Plan your wedding in Kos and celebrate the most romantic day of your life in Kos island, the ultimate wedding destination in Greece! Kos is so diverse and has such natural beauty that almost every corner inspires you. Did you know the island features a total of 112 km of endless seashores? Or that there are pine forests with peacocks, mountainous villages and endless exotic palm trees? Kos offers such a variety of wedding locations that it is impossible not to find one that suits you!

Our experienced wedding photographers and videographers in Creative Weddings have worked in almost every corner on the island and know the secret wedding gems firsthand. If you are looking for a traditional Greek setting, plan your wedding ceremony on the picturesque islet of Kastri, seen from the coast of Kefalos on Kos Island. Genuine, authentic and surrounded by true blue. It’s no coincidence it's considered one of the most popular wedding locations in Kos Island! Now, if you are more into a tropical summer wedding on the beach, take advantage of the infinite seashores in almost every corner of the island and use the naturally-perfect setting a sandy beach offers to tie the knot. Last but not least, if you are looking for some fresh outdoor wedding spots, a wedding in the woods is yet another great option to keep in mind for your wedding in Kos. Just imagine the smell of the pine trees, the birds chirping and sunlight smoothly finding its way through the treetops. Utter romance!