Diafani in Karpathos

Diafani is the second most important port on Karpathos and it was founded in the middle of the 19th century by the inhabitants of Olympos. Until not so long time ago, Diafani was something of a lifeline for Olympos. All goods, and almost all people, previously had to go via Diafani for further transport to Olympos, about 8 kilometres west of Diafani.

Diafani seen from the sea.

Now, when there is a road to Olympos from Spoa, Diafani lost some of its importance. But still most of the transportation is done by ferry to Diafani and further on up to Olympos. Maybe it is not so strange because Diafani is a living village all year-round, with nearly 230 inhabitants, more than it lives in the tourist resorts of Amopi and Lefkos altogether.

The excursion boat from Pigadia is in the port.

The beach and the port of Diafani.

The architecture is reminiscent of the one in Pigadia. The buildings lies in a row along the waterfront with tavernas, pensions and hotels. Even more tavernas and pensions lies in the alleys. Vananda beach is the nearest beach about 3 kilometres north of Diafani (the beach at Diafani is no great shakes). Beach boats to Vananda and to the island of Saria off the northern point of Karpathos starts out from the port.

Vananda beach is the closest beach and is located approximately 3 kilometers north of Diafani.

In the port there is a statue of an old fishing lady looking sadly out over the sea. Many imitate the fisherwoman and are photographed with her. We have done it too.

The statue of the sad fishing woman in the port.

My wife Camilla tries to look like the sad fishing woman.

I photographed this heavenly beautiful hibiscus flower in Diafani.

Many hotels in Diafani are located just above the port promenade.

ACCOMMODATION IN DIAFANI

Do you want to stay at the end of the road, or do you want to be close to Olympos, and to the sea, then Diafani is perfect. I can only imagine how peaceful and quiet it must be here in the evenings. Maistrali Studios is one of several hotels, and it looks very pleasant.

Book Maistrali Studios here »

Book other hotels in Diafani here »

WHAT YOU MUST NOT MISS WHEN YOU VISIT DIAFANI

Do not miss Olympos, which you can read about here »

READ MORE ABOUT KARPATHOS