If you’re not too familiar, Kos is a popular tourist destination, well renowned for its beautiful beaches, lovely little villages and rich history. Beyond that, however, many may not know much. As such, if you’re here for the basics too, let’s cover the absolute fundamental one – where is Kos on the map?
Where is the island of Kos?
Kos is located in the south of the Aegean Sea, close to the coast of Turkey (about 2.5 miles south-west of Bodrum). As a result, there’s a small Turkish portion of the population on the island. You can see the location of the island on the map below.
Which country does the island belong to? Kos is officially part of Greece, in spite of its proximity to Turkey.
Which archipelago does Kos belong to? Kos is a part of the Dodecanese group of Greek islands, alongside Rhodes and Karpathos.
What sea is Kos in? In the Aegean Sea.
What’s the climate like on Kos? Kos has a hot-summer Mediterranean climate.
Is Kos in the European Union? Yes, Kos, as a Greek island, is part of the EU.
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