8Chora of Astypalea: Aegean Elegance

Perched on a hill overlooking the Aegean Sea, the Chora of Astypalea is a fairytale town that blends Cycladic and Venetian architecture. Whitewashed houses adorned with blue shutters and flowers line narrow alleys, creating a dreamlike atmosphere. The Querini Castle and the Church of Panagia Portaitissa add to the town’s charm, making it a hidden gem in the Dodecanese archipelago.