Vourkari Explained

Vourkari (Greek, Modern (1453-);: Βουρκάρι) is a small village in the bay of Agios Nikolaos, in Kea, an island in the Greek Cyclades group.[1] Its population is 109 (2021).[2] People say it is the biggest and safest bay of the Cyclades.It is in front of the ancient prehistoric settlement of Agia Irini, which flourished during the Copper Era and was destroyed at its apex by an earthquake around 1500 BC.

Vourkari is very cosmopolitan during the summer, full of yachts, sailboats and speedboats. There are many restaurants, bars and coffee shops that are very crowded on weekends, as it is very near to Athens.

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37.6667°N 43°W

Notes and References

  1. https://www.eetaa.gr/eetaa/metaboles/oikmet_details.php?id=12635 Βουρκάρι (Κυκλάδων)
  2. Web site: Αποτελέσματα Απογραφής Πληθυσμού - Κατοικιών 2021, Μόνιμος Πληθυσμός κατά οικισμό . Results of the 2021 Population - Housing Census, Permanent population by settlement . 29 March 2024 . Hellenic Statistical Authority . el .