A Day in the Town of Kos (One)

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Travel in Kos Island 

“To awaken alone in a strange town is one of the pleasantest sensations in the world.” 
  – Freya Stark

A Day in the Town of Kos

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Plenty a sights to see, from the ruins of old to the more recent palm trees.
Early morning take off, with a huff and a puff and a scoff, we managed to catch the bus, without too much fuss.

A few stops on the way, to pick up many a stray, or possible tourists from the nearby village 😉
We were en route, the roads not so smooth, traffic heavy, especially when nearing the city.

Finally, arriving. One hour, in a minimalistic bus, where knees were hitting your chin, and barely managed to squeeze your derriere into the seat.
Now, finally free, to do as we please!

First stop, archeological digs! If we can only get across the heavy traffic street!
Eventually, reaching the site, reading the map, filling in the gaps and enjoying the views.

“Snap, snap, snap!”
Now I recorded that!
Nice memories to enjoy now and in the coming years.

Each ruin tells a story. What, who, why, when, can you picture from the remaining frame?
History unfolds, as now and for years told.

Midday: The sun burning on the skin, sweat pouring even from my chins!
What to do?
A light lunch, or call it a brunch?
After that, a fully packed afternoon, with fun filled adventure: So into the trenches, we are ready for more, what ever this town has in store!

Much later: the fortress has been thoroughly searched, for whatever secrets in there lurched.
Now, before heading home, or the borrowed accommodations, for this week’s station:
Shopping, shopping, shopping!
And then…
… to crown the day, a healthy can with sweet, sweet ice coffee inside! Oh what an joyous ride!

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A Day in the Town of Kos (Three)

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Travel in Kos Island 

“To awaken alone in a strange town is one of the pleasantest sensations in the world.” 
  – Freya Stark

A Day in the Town of Kos

The Castle of Joanites (The Castle of the Knights of Saint John)

Some ruins and stuff 😉

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A Day in the Town of Kos (Two)

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“To awaken alone in a strange town is one of the pleasantest sensations in the world.” 
  – Freya Stark

A Day in the Town of Kos

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Hippocrates’ Tree (poor thing 😉 )

A Day in the Town of Kos (Seven)

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Travel in Kos Island 

“To awaken alone in a strange town is one of the pleasantest sensations in the world.” 
  – Freya Stark

A Day in the Town of Kos

The Castle of Joanites (The Castle of the Knights of Saint John)

OK, some more ruins: But, this was supposed to be a history lesson after all 😉 (really?!), but this time, from the outside, and I see a bench there! Finally, respite!

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A Day in the Town of Kos (Five)

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“To awaken alone in a strange town is one of the pleasantest sensations in the world.” 
  – Freya Stark

A Day in the Town of Kos

The Castle of Joanites (The Castle of the Knights of Saint John)

Steps, and then some. And it was 38 degrees Celsius outside!

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A Day in the Town of Kos (Four)

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“To awaken alone in a strange town is one of the pleasantest sensations in the world.” 
  – Freya Stark

A Day in the Town of Kos

The Castle of Joanites (The Castle of the Knights of Saint John)

Some horse, without a head (usually it’s the chicken, right?)

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Seat Sunday in Kos Island (Four)

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Seat Sunday in Kos Island

“A table, a chair, a bowl of fruit and a violin; what else does a man need to be happy?” Albert Einstein

Afternoon Snack

A warm afternoon
Finding a seat,
Before I swoon
Feeling quite beat
Needed a drink
When I noticed the pink…

Red, yellow, blue and green
So many colours have I ever seen
Recycled materials
Making me curious
So sitting down
Having a little chow
Enjoying the ambiance
And fitting in the camouflage

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Seat Sunday in Kos Island (Three)

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Seat Sunday in Kos Island

“A table, a chair, a bowl of fruit and a violin; what else does a man need to be happy?” Albert Einstein

Carpet Seat

“Oh look at that carpet in the window:
It looks stuck in a colour overload limbo!”

“Well, have you ever!
A carpet on the seat?
It’s like we are hexed!
What will be next?
Carpets replacing sheet?
Pillows on the floor?
A toilet next to the outdoor?”

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Seat Sunday in Kos Island (Two)

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Seat Sunday in Kos Island

“A table, a chair, a bowl of fruit and a violin; what else does a man need to be happy?” Albert Einstein

Lunch Time

Time for lunch
Possibly even brunch
Find your way
Where all the others stay
No need to pay
Just sit down and for a while stay
Have some chicken
Which is good as finger licking
Maybe afterwards
Some mini cakes quite sticking
Or if you want something healthy
You do not need to be weatlhy
Just grab some melons
Cantaloupe or honey
No, not trying to be funny
It’s all there
Nothing has been spared
For your vacation
Is most important to this station
To make you happy
And maybe later,
Time for a nappy!

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World Wide Wednesday in Kos Island: Nine

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World Wide Wednesday in Kos Island

“Adventure is worthwhile.” – Aesop

Sunset,Poolside

Night is falling
Bed is calling
But reluctant
To leave
A few more snaps
Before I hit the sack
Wouldn’t miss this
The last of sun’s kiss
Before it sets
Then I am off
To bed!

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