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SOUNION:
A cape well known world wide
because of the Temple of Poseidon with Doric columns, built in 5th
century B.C. A usual passage and stop for swimming in clear waters during
itineraries to Cyclades islands.
ANDROS:
The most northerly island and the
second largest in Cyclades and also among the most beautiful ones. Successive
ranges of mountains with steep sides, rivers and mineral springs with famous
medicinal sparkling water, large valleys planted with olive trees, figs,
oranges, lemons and vines, Andros is a blend of rocky and green landscape with
superb beaches. Sights: Archaeological museum with finds from the
Geometric, Classical, Roman & Byzantine periods, Museum of modern Art, Nautical
Museum, Monasteries, and Geometric & Byzantine temples, Andros town with
neo-classical mansions. Delicacies: Almond pastries.
TINOS:
The Holy Island of Virgin Mary,
where pilgrims come to pray or to fulfil a vow. There are beautiful villages on
the slopes of a line of mountains whose highest peak was the home of wind-god
Aeolus in Greek mythology and numerous coves with sandy or pebbly beaches along
the coast. Sights: Church of Virgin Mary with the miracle icon, Archaeological
Museum, Gallery of Greek painters, ruins of medieval castles. Delicacies: Local
wine.
SYROS:
The capital and main harbour
Hermoupoli stands on a naturally amphitheatre site, with neo-classic buildings,
old mansions and white houses cascading down to the harbour. The variety of
landscape in Syros makes hinterland outstanding, while coastline is indented
with beautiful inlets of all sizes between capes. Sights: Archaeological finds,
Town Hall built by Ziller in 1876, Apollo Municipal Theatre which is a copy in
miniature of La Scala in Milan, monasteries, unique architecture, casino.
Delicacies: “Loukoumi” & “chalvadopita” delights from white egg, sugar and
almonds.
MYKONOS:
World famous, attracts visitors
from all over the globe, including well-known artists and intellectuals. It is
due to the over twenty sandy beaches with clear waters, the high night-life and
sounds that never end during day and night, the cosmopolitan elements married to
quiet private corners all around the island. It is the whitewashed narrow
streets, the brilliant white box-shaped houses with stepped walls for sitting on
and bright coloured doors & balconies, the windmills on top of the port, the
numerous bars and discos. Undoubtedly one of the few places where ordinary
holidaymakers nestle happily side-by-side with the jet set and yacht setters.
Events, beach parties, happenings, fashion shows take place every summer in
Myconos when visitors still can find quiet places for total tranquillity.
Sights: Aegean Nautical museum, over hundred small churches, Agricultural Museum
housed in a converted windmill. Delicacies: “Kopanisti” a pepper flavour white
cheese, “Amygdalota” almond delights and “soumada” fermented almond cordial.
DELOS:
Uninhabited, is the sacred island
birthplace of God Apollo & Goddess Artemis in the Greek Mythology. This vast
archaeological site whose superb monuments cover almost the entire island and
reflex the wealth and beauty of its ancient way of life. Sights: Archaeological
Museum, Hermes House, Sacred Way of Lions, Sanctuary of Artemis, Sanctuary of
Apollo, Agora of the Italians, Sacred lake with the Terrace of the Lions,
Theatre Houses, Stadium, Gymnasium, among other archaeological sites.
PAROS:
A popular and attractive island not
only for the range of excellent sandy beaches and blue clear waters, but for the
wild rocky landscape with white box-shaped houses on, the yards with basil,
jasmine, honeysuckle and bougainvillea’s and nightlife. Paros is ideal for those
in search of cosmopolitan bustle and for lovers of solitude alike. Sights:
Picturesque Venetian castles, the famous church of Ekatondapiliani which is a
Byzantine monument, monasteries, exhibition of traditional crafts, Ornamental
pottery & fine silver jewellery exhibitions. Delicacies: Wine & olive oil.
NAXOS:
The largest and most fertile of the
Cycladic islands where meadows run down to vast white long beaches, cliffs sink
suddenly into the sea, rocky mountains side-by-side with valleys crossed by
streams and full of springs. Clear waters and secluded bays known to the yacht
set. Sights: Venetian castles, Archaeological Museum, “kouros” statues dating
from the 6th century BC. Items to buy are embroideries and woollens.
Delicacies: Honey, various cheeses, citrus drink, woven goods.
AMORGOS:
The oblong shape of this
mountainous island with the steep and rocky coastline contrasts the forms of
quiet shady bays with clear waters. Whitewashed houses, traces of ancient
architecture, superb beaches make Amorgos very picturesque and unique. Sights:
Archaeological Museum, monasteries, and castles.
IOS:
A magnet to visit Ios, the island
of ancient poets with a range of mountains with vineyards and olive trees ending
to the crystal clear sea with superb sandy beaches. The beautiful capitol with
the white cubic shaped houses and a row of windmills, which top the town, offer
nightlife. Sights: Archaeological & Folkloric Museum, museum of Modern Art,
numerous churches.
ANAFI:
From a distance the island looks
like an isolated rock in the ocean. Green valleys with white churches to single
out on, beautiful sandy secluded beaches and monasteries make her a jewel of
Cyclades. Sights: Monasteries, churches.
SANTORINI:
The unique worldwide and best-known
island in Greece is the home to a huge volcano that erupted leaving the town
perched high on cliffs. The white houses and tavernas dotting the skyline make
towns beautiful and outstanding, offering a panoramic view of Aegean Sea. No
words describe this breathtaking island that moves all visitors from the first
sight. Black sandy beaches, extremely high-situated towns with bright white
houses make Santorini the island of contrast and undoubtedly a must for
travellers.
THIRASSIA:
Inhabited, formed by volcanic
activity, with a sole village built on top and “tavernas” to offer local wine
and traditional hospitality to the visitors of the day.
FOLEGANDROS:
A wild beauty of a barren
landscape, where huge rocks alternate with sandy beaches. Charming villages
where handmade pasta and local wine will amaze visitors. Sights: Castles,
monasteries.
SIKINOS:
Inhabited since ancient times it
has retained all of its island character and offers tranquillity and peace of
mind. Sights: Monasteries, stone mansions, churches.
KIMOLOS:
Blinding white as the chalk it
produces, was used by pirates in the Middle Age due to well-concealed caves
among the superb beaches with clear waters. Sights: Remains of castles,
churches.
MILOS:
Notable for the volcanic soil and
the rich deposits of the mineral beneath is famous thanks to the masterpiece of
the “Venus de Milo” a statue exposed now in the Louvre Museum in Paris. Milos is
fascinating with its monuments, her white charming villages and the
extraordinary beaches with crystal waters and rocky strange formations. Sights:
Catacombs, Historical & Folklore Museum, Archaeological finds.
SIFNOS:
A grey landscape of rock that
surprises with the beautiful spots discovered inland, which together with the
island’s superb architecture, rank it among the jewels of the Aegean. Famous in
ancient times for its wealth, which came from its gold & silver, enjoyed great
prosperity in Classic times as well. Sights: Archaeological Museum, monasteries,
over 365 churches, castle area, windmills. Shopping: Pottery, folklore
souvenirs. Delicacies: Baked chickpeas, “Myzithra” cheese.
SERIFOS:
Bare, undulating hills interspersed
with small fertile valleys cover this charming island with colourful churches.
The rocky coastline is deeply indented with a succession of coves and bays. The
curious rock formations resemble human figures, which call to mind the myth of
Medusa, Danae & Perseus, as if these prehistoric inhabitants of the island had
been turned to stone. Sights: Venetian castle, Monastery & fortress of the
Archangels of the 18th century, churches of the 10th
century. Delicacies: “Baklava” and other pastries.
KYTHNOS:
Famous in antiquity for
“Constitution” as per Aristotle, is as typically Cycladic island. The terrain is
mainly mountainous, with vineyards, fig trees & fruit-trees relieving the
harshness of the landscape above beautiful small bays with clear waters. Sights:
Monasteries, churches. Visit: Loutra village with radioactive thermal springs,
beneficial to sufferers from arthritis, dermatitis and other diseases.
KEA (TZIA):
Exceptionally picturesque with
mountain masses broken up by small valleys, sparsely planted with vines and
fruit-trees, opening out into pretty little bays. Beautiful villages built on
top of the hills offer a breathtaking view and interior of the island, which is
dotted with miniature chapels, windmills, monasteries and flowered slopes.
Sights: Archaeological Museum, monasteries. Delicacies: Fresh fish.
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