Built in the center of the island’s countryside, among lush vegetation, olive trees and grassy fields, Pyli is located 15 km southwest of Kos town and can be easily reached through the main road network. In ancient times, the village was called “Peli”. The village’s highlight is its square, featuring traditional stone-built houses, and old school kafeneia - i.e. traditional cafes and taverns, preparing coffee, refreshments and other fine delicacies.
In the center of Pyli settlement, about 100 meters from St. Nicholas square, visitors can rest at the popular drinking water fountain of Pyli which provides fresh running water. The spring gushes out of a square stone-built construction, in fact cold water flows from 6 spouts! Its abundant crystal clear waters are an oasis and are also used for watering nearby gardens. As the inscription on its south side indicates, the fount was restored in 1592. Another interesting sight in the village is the traditional house of Pyli (or Pyliotiko Spiti), an old house with three rooms representing the kitchen, hall and bedroom of a traditional house, in which furniture and utensils are seen as left by its owners about 70 years ago.
