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Information on Lipsi holidays - Greece
   
Lipsi  island: Lipsi information - Lipsi holidays - Dodecanese, Greece Lipsi is a tiny island covered with white washed houses and little churches with blue domes. It is an island where cars are almost non-existent and where most of the local life takes place at the island's port. Lipsi is a very beautiful and authentic island of the Dodecanese where during the day you can watch the fishermen beat octopuses on the quays that will be served later that night in one of the many cafes set on the tiny port.
Lipsi  island: Lipsi information - Lipsi holidays - Dodecanese, Greece
About Lipsi island!
Lipsi  island: Lipsi information - Lipsi holidays - Dodecanese, Greece Lipsi are a cluster of islets in the southeastern Aegean, located north of Leros and east of Patmos . Their name is taken from the name of the largest island, Lipsi or Lipsos, which consists of two landmasses, joined together by a narrow 400 meter wide neck. It is the only inhabited island with a total surface of 16 sq. kms, 36 kms of coastline and a population of about 600 inhabitants. Around the main island, Lipso, 24 islets and 6 rocky peaks make up an impressive island group. Lipsi is a tranquil little island still untouched by mass tourism. That is why it is an ideal place for anyone wishing to spend their holidays peacefully and enjoy the sun, the sea and the company of the friendly and hospitable islanders. The island's size is such, that you will be able to get anywhere on the island on foot.
The island's unique settlement is located rougly aroung the center of the island, deep along the well-protected bay bearing the island's name. Behind the port is the picturesqe town of Lipsi with its white washed houses and blue shutters. At the center of the town is the impressive church of Lipsi  island: Lipsi information - Lipsi holidays - Dodecanese, Greece Ag. Ioannis Theologos (St. Lipsi  island: Lipsi information - Lipsi holidays - Dodecanese, GreeceJohn the Theologician) with its blue dome and two bell towers. There, in a ground floor hall, is the archaeological collection of Lipsi, well worth visiting. One of the most significant old churches of the island is "Panaghia of Charos" (Virgin Mary of Death), built around 1600. The church was named after the original icon of Virgin Mary who holds the crucified Christ in her arms. The church celebrates the feast of the Virgin on August 23rd and for the locals this day is celebrated at the two squares of the village with traditional music and dances. Other settlements on Lipsi are those of Kouselio, Katsadia, and Platys Gialos.
Lipsi History
Lipsi  island: Lipsi information - Lipsi holidays - Dodecanese, Greece The history of Lipsi is inseparable from the history of the larger neighboring islands and especially that of Patmos. The name Lipsi is ancient and it is encountered as "Lipsia" on ancient inscriptions. Lipsi seems to have been inhabited from pre-historic times until today. Clay pots and inscriptions dating back to classical times, have been found on various parts of the island. In 1370 B.C. the Kares inhabit the island while 170 years later, the Dorians occupy the island around 1200 B.C. After them, the Ionians take over the rule for several decades. Remains and various findings that were found on a hill, testify that around the 4th century B.C. there must have existed a small town up since the location was a natural castle. In 730 A.D. Lipsi becomes part of the then Byzantine state. From there on and until the 11th century A.D. we lose trace of the island's history, because like many other islands of the Aegean sea, it was deserted. During the 11th century A.D. the neighboring island of Patmos is given over to St. Christodoulos (where he builds the Monastery of St. John the Evangelist and Theologician), along with the island of Lipsi.
Lipsi BEACHES
The island has beautiful beaches. The ones closest to the settlement are those of Liendou, Kambos and Elena beach. At a half hour distance is the beautiful beach of Platis Gialos (sandy beach with ducks!). South of the port lies Katsadia bay (sandy and well protected from the wind), while other beaches are those of Papandria, Chochlakoura, Tourkomnima, Xirokambos, Kamares and Monodendri. They are all beautiful and secluded.
Lipsi island useful information

Area code: +30 22470
Post Office: 41249
Harbourmaster: 41133
Police: 41222
Tourist Information: 41105 (all year ) & 41185 (summer)
Municipality: 41209 - 41206 - 41333
First Aid: 41204

Lipsi Sailing/Yachting information
The island has a safe, natural port where many boats moor in the summer.
There is a fuel and water refuelling station on the nearby island of Patmos as well as boat mechanics (in case you have any problem).
Transportation on Lipsi island
You will cover most distances on foot or rented motorcycles. The island also disposes of some buses that take you to the more remote beaches.
Lipsi SITES/MUSEUMS

On Lipsi island, the monuments belonging to the early Christian period are of importance. These are a large three-chambered basilica with mosaic flooring and a baptisery, possibly of the 5th century, situated at Kouselio, remnants of walls, and architectural remains and mosaic floors at Katsadia, where the churches of St. Spyridon and St. Pandeleimon are located today. Some of the most important sites of Lipsi worth visiting are the following:

  • Panaghia of Charos church
  • The church of Aghios Ioannis Theologos (the island's largest church)
  • The church of Kimisi tis Theotokou (located in a little harbour named after the church
  • Panaghia of Kouselio church (built on the foundations of a pre-christian temple)
  • The two churches of St. Nicholas located on either side of the harbour
  • The church of St. Theologos of Moschato
  • The church of Profitis Ilias
  • The church of ST. NEKTARIOS
Lipsi Festivals/Feasts
  • Klidonas - June 24th (feast of St. John)
  • Virgin of Charos - August 23rd (celebrations last 3 days)
  • Wine's feast - 3 day feast at the end of August
Lipsi Excursions

The islands of Leros and Patmos are very close. A visit to these islands is worth your while. Boat connections many times a week in the summer are available.

 

Click here for exact sea schedules from Lipsi to Patmos with Patmos Star Ferry

 
 
   
Worth seeing on Lipsi

Church Panaghia tou Charou, one of the oldest and most remarkable on the island, was built around 1600.

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::: How to get to Lipsi island information

Airplane schedules:
There is no air connection to Lipsi.

 
::: Ferry Boat and hydrofoil information for Lipsi:

There is 1 weekly scheduled departure from Piraeus to Lipsi island year-round.
Travel time from Piraeus is 10 hours.

More information and scedules on Lipsi ferry boats and hydrofoils:
Greek Travel Pages
Piraeus Port Authority
Tel: +30 210 4226000

Rhodes Port Authority
Tel: +30 22410 28888/22410 22220

 
::: Ferry boat connections from Lipsi to other islands:

Dodecanese Islands: Agathonissi, Arki, Kalimnos, Kos, Leros, Patmos
Cyclades Islands: Naxos, Paros
Other Ports: Chios (North Aegean), Ikaria (Aegean) Samos (North Aegean island)

 
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