CYCLADES
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They owe their name to the circle "Kyklos " that they seem to form around DELOS, the sacred island one of the most famous religious centers of ancient Greece, an island with a 5000 years history. The cyclades islands are well known from the ancient times for their civilization the so called cycladic civilization (3000-1000 BC.). Their unique architecture, the narrow streets, the smallwhite washed houses, the charming windmills combined with the clear atmosphere and the crystal blue sea waters make them resemble miniature dreamlands. |
MYCONOS & DELOS
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MYKONOS: is the most famous of the cyclades islands. Famous for it's atmosphere, it's nightlife, it's windmills and the cosmopolitan feel. Here, well known members of the international jet set meet every summer with thousands of anonymous persons in the narrow streets. The "streets" are more like meandering paths through a maze. They were intentionally designed to be confusing as a form of defense against invading pirates in the old times. When the sun sets the social differences are removed. Everyone takes part in the wild feast. The nightlife is one of the main attractions that has created" the legend of Mykonos". However the island is also well known for the wonderfull beaches and the hospitable people. A small island (85 sq. km.) with 3,000 people, is one of the most photographed Greek island. Attractine places on the island are: Ano Mera, Ornos, Tourlos, Panormos, Elia, Agios Ioannis, Psarrou, Platys Gialos, and the more "liberal" ones of the Paradise and the Super Paradise beach. The main town is Mykonos town. The island became also famous thanks to the nearby ruins of the island of DELOS: This island was the most holy island because it was believed that Apollo was born here. It was the second most holy place in the ancient Greek world-second only to the Temple of Apollo at Delphi. Historically speaking it was an important site, beinga large financial and religious centre and the ruins are very extensive and really magnificent. It is as impressive in its own way as the Acropolis in Athens. |
| Delos by itself makes Mykonos a necessary stop. Walking through the site it feels like you are back in time. In Delos you will see the Temple of Apollo, the Delian Lions, Cleopatra's House, the Sacred Way, the Sacred Lake and the ancient theatre among other sights. REACHING THE ISLAND: By plane from Athens and by boat from Piraeus and Rafina. There are also connections by boat to the rest of the cyclades islands. Click here for hotels on Myconos.. | |
SANTORINI or THIRA
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SANTORINI:One of the most
impressive islands in Greece. Its shape,
reminding of a horse shoe is a result of the
explosion of the volcano which happened 3500
years ago. Three quarters of the original island
sank after a tremendous explosion that destroyed
the fine Minoic civilization, remainders of which
we still admire at the end of the island, the
Akrotiri. The western part of the island is well
known all over the world. Centuries ago it was
given the name Caldera, because
the water at this point was very hot, due to the
volcanic energy. SANTORINI, 76km with 6500 people
with its wild beauty is considered unique all
over the world. The capital, called Fira, is
built amphitheatrically on top of the sunken
Caldera. Imerovigli, Kamari and Oia are the most
wellknown settlements of Santorini. The island's beaches, many with black sand and black pebbles, are found on the east side of the island. |
| REACHING THE ISLAND: By plane from Athens and by boat from Piraeus. The island is connected to the other Cyclades islands and also to Rhodes and Crete.Click here for hotels on Santorini. | |
PAROS
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PAROS: Over the last years it
has become one of the most popular among the
Greek islands. It has everything. Mild climate, sandy beaches, picturesque villages with unique cycladic architecture combined with lovely countryside. all make for a delightful holiday full of variety. |
| REACHING THE ISLAND: By plane from Athens and by boat from Piraeus. The island is connected to the other Cyclades islands | |
ANDROS
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REACHING THE ISLAND: By boat only from Rafina. The island is connected by ferry boat to Tinos and Mykonos daily. |