Greece Kalymnos Dodecanese

This original vintage Greek travel poster from 1977 promotes the island of Kalymnos in the Dodecanese, Greece. Issued by the Greek National Tourism Organisation (GNTO), the poster features a beautiful color photograph by J. Skourogiannis.

The photograph captures the waterfront of Pothia, the capital and main port of Kalymnos, bathed in the warm light of the setting sun. Traditional waterfront buildings, fishing boats and whitewashed houses climbing the hillside create a charming Mediterranean scene, with the island's rugged mountains rising dramatically in the background.

Kalymnos is situated in the southeastern Aegean Sea, close to the Turkish coast, and has a long maritime history. The island was particularly famous for its sponge-diving industry, which played an important role in the local economy for generations.

A lovely example of 1970s Greek tourism advertising, combining atmospheric photography with the simple, bold GREECE lettering typical of the country's travel posters from this period. A beautiful original vintage Kalymnos travel poster that would look wonderful framed.

In good condition with light age wear and pinholes in the corners.