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Located in Ioulida, the museum displays artefacts spanning thousands of years of the island's history. Highlights include prehistoric pottery from Ayia Irini, ancient sculptures, inscriptions and everyday objects that illustrate Kea's important role in the Cyclades from prehistoric through Roman times.
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Carved from a single block of local stone around the 6th century BC, the Lion of Kea is the island's most famous monument. Resting peacefully on a hillside just outside Ioulida, the enigmatic sculpture has inspired legends for centuries and is one of the finest surviving examples of Archaic Greek monumental sculpture.
Situated beside Kea’s main ferry port, Korissia is the island’s most convenient beach for a swim on arrival or before departure. The sandy shore and calm water are within easy walking distance of shops, cafés and accommodation.
This important Bronze Age settlement flourished during the Cycladic and Mycenaean periods and is one of Greece's most significant prehistoric sites. Excavations have uncovered houses, streets, fortifications and sanctuaries that reveal over 4,000 years of continuous occupation.
Kea’s longest beach is a broad, sandy bay with shallow water, natural shade and a relaxed, family-friendly atmosphere. Partly organized, it is a convenient choice for a full day by the sea.
The remarkably well-preserved Tower of Agia Marina is a 4th-century-BC Hellenistic watchtower in Kea’s interior, between the ancient cities of Korissia and Poiessa. Rising beside the small church of Agia Marina, it stands at a crossroads of ancient routes and is considered one of Greece’s finest surviving ancient square towers.
Around 4 km south of Korissia, Xyla is a striking beach with exceptionally clear water and a more natural feel. The approach includes a dirt road, so bring supplies and check road conditions before setting out.