Not all Greek Islands are whitewashed with blue trimmings as per the Santorini/Mykonos stereotype. They all have their own unique character but none are as different nor as beautiful as Symi. It is an hour ferry from Rhodes and we have a beautiful day trip.
I decided to visit the castle, a steep 40 minute walk up a mountainside overlooking the harbour. My life partner ascends steadily and uncomplainingly to the very summit. The castle is underwhelming but the views of the harbour are stupendous.
