The former capital of the Dodecanese is an island of contrasts, once a world centre for the extraction of marine sponges, original in its architecture, aristocratic in character and refined in taste.
Simi is a popular holiday destination for international celebrities. It is also a spiritual centre and has been a destination for pilgrims for centuries. The colourful island is so fascinating that you may be tempted to take a piece of it with you as a souvenir from the sea.