Kythera: An Enchanting Greek Island Where History Meets Beauty
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- 07 Apr 2022
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History of the Greek Island of Kythera
The Venetian rule marked the culture and idiosyncrasy of Kytherians. It contributed to their excellence in the arts, politics and commerce.
Kytherians in Australia
If you visit Kythera, you will be surprised by the percentage of Australian tourists among visitors. The reason is that thousands of Kytherians went to Australia in the first wave of migration to the land down under in the early 20th century.
It is estimated that there are over 60,000 Greek-Australians of Kytherian descent living in Australia and the Kytherian community of Sydney is one of the oldest communities in the country.
In the dawn of the 20th century, hundreds of Kytherians could not sustain and raise a family on the island due to its small size and mountainous terrain.
Many were forced to migrate to Australia, since America had made migration policies more strict by that time. So Kytherians settled in Sydney and Brisbane instead.
So it is natural that the second and third generation Greek-Australians of Kytherian decsent to want to make a connection with their ancestral roots, while having a great holiday.
Once there, let yourself be enchanted by Kythera
Kythera is ideal for relaxation and is great for families and nature lovers. The more adventurous types can enjoy hiking, cycling or splash in the waterfalls.
Off the beaten track despite its ferry connections and an airport, the island still somehow has remained a hidden Greek treasure. Read More...
