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Kythira - Wikipedia Kythira ( kɪˈθɪərə, ˈkɪθɪrə kih-THEER-ə, KITH-irr-ə; Greek: Κύθηρα [ˈciθira]), also transliterated as Cythera, Kythera and Kithira, [a] is an island in Greece lying opposite the south-eastern tip of the Peloponnese peninsula
Cythera | Cycladic Island, Mythology, Ancient Ruins | Britannica Cythera, island, southernmost and easternmost of the Ionian Islands, off the southern Peloponnesus (Pelopónnisos) It is an eparkhía (eparchy) of Attiki nomós (department), Greece A continuation of the Taiyetos Range, the island has a mountainous interior, rising to 1,663 feet (507 metres)
12 top things to do in Kythira - 2025 Guide - Discover Greece Also known as Tsirigo from the time of its Venetian occupation, Kythira is a hidden gem of a Greek island lying between the Peloponnese and Crete It was referred to in Homer’s Iliad and is known in mythology as the birthplace of the goddess Aphrodite
Cythera - Geographia, Classical Mythology Cythera, the easternmost of the Ionian Islands south of the Peloponnesus, holds significant mythological importance as a cult center for Aphrodite According to Hesiod's "Theogony," the goddess of love first emerged from the sea foam formed near Cythera, before journeying to Cyprus
Kythira Greece: Travel Guide 2026 | Greeka Kythira (or Kythera) is a beautiful island located near the southern part of the Peloponnese in Greece It stands out for its Medieval architecture, secluded beaches and wonderful natural scenery
Kythera - Visit Greece Kythera or Cerigo (the island’s Venetian name) is the southernmost member of the Ionian Islands and it is located at the entrance of the Laconian Gulf
Cythera - Greek Island Adventures Kythera (also spelled Kythira or Cythera) is a secluded and unspoiled Greek island, located south of the Peloponnese, where the Ionian and Aegean Seas meet It’s a hidden gem, known for its authentic charm, wild landscapes, stunning beaches, and rich history
Unveiling Greece’s Hidden Gem: Kythira, A Mythical Island Paradise Often overshadowed by its famous counterparts, Kythira—also spelled Cythera—delivers an authentic Greek experience steeped in natural beauty and history In 2024 alone, the island saw a modest uptick in visitors, yet it remains a sanctuary for those seeking solitude over selfie-stick crowds
History of Kythera Antiquity Byzantium Modern history of Kythira Hesiod in his Theogony mentions that Cronus in the dispute for power cut off the genitals of the father of Uranus, which fell into the Kythera Sea From the foam that was created, the Goddess Aphrodite was born Then the waves carried the Goddess to Cyprus, where she was also worshiped as a Goddess and protector of the Island
Cythera - Wikipedia See also Cytherea (disambiguation) The Embarkation for Cythera, a painting by French painter Jean-Antoine Watteau