Kalamos is a long sandy beach on the eastern coast of Ios island is usually very quiet and very often one has the chance to enjoy it alone. Of particular interest is Agios Ioannis a Byzantine monastery built in the 17th century. On 29th of August the island celebrates the most important religious festival of the year at Kalamos. getting there: rent a car or motorbike and follow the road to Manganari beach departing from Mylopotas. After 16 km you have to make a turn to the left at the crossroad