Sikinos is a very attractive and almost unknown among tourists island in the Greek archipelago of the Cyclades. This island of small size and great beauty, doesn’t receive the usual number of tourists some other islands in the group do, helping this destination’s natural attractive characteristics to remain almost untouched and unchanged.
Category: Cyclades
There are many sights and attractions to visit as a tourist travelling in Cyclades. Some of the most popular include the following:
The Acropolis of Athens is one of the most popular ancient sites in the world, and it is definitely worth a visit. The Parthenon, Temple of Athena Nike in Athens is also another popular ancient site. The archaeological site of Delos is also worth a visit, as it is one of the most important archaeological sites in Greece.
Other popular sights and attractions include the island of Mykonos, the island of Santorini, and the town of Naxos.
Santorini – A group of islands
Santorini is a group of volcanic islands located in the Greek archipelago of the Cyclades, in the Aegean Sea. This group of islands is considered to be the most active volcanic concentration in the Cyclades. Thousand of years ago, a catastrophic eruption occurred in this spot, leaving behind many deep ash deposits and a caldera of large dimensions.
The islands of Koufonisia
Koufonisia is the name given to a group of three small islands located on the Greek archipelago of the Cyclades. These three islands are known as Pano Koufonisi, Keros, and Kato Koufonisi. The small Keros and a narrow of about 190 meters are situated between Pano Koufonisi and Kato Koufonisi separating them.
The port of Karavostasis
Koravostasis, or Koravostasi as it is usually called, is the main port in the island of Folegandros. Besides the port, Koravostasi also is a charming small fishing village, and a recommendable stop by to those tourists who visit other near by locations. Natural unchanged beauty is the trademark of this spot and the entire island of Folegandros, turning it into a great destination to all those tourists who are willing to spend a tranquil and relaxed vacation.
Continue reading The port of KaravostasisFira – The capital of Santorini
Fira is the capital city of the island nowadays known as Santorini. This island is part of the archipelago of the Cyclades, in Greece, and one of the most interesting ones from a historic and archaeological point of view. Besides this, Santorini and Fira offer beautiful landscapes and many amazing beaches, turning this destination into an ideal one for tourists of all ages and preferences.
Thirasia – A small beautiful island
Thirasia, located within the Greek archipelago of Cyclades, is a small and beautiful spot which offers some attractions that differ from those offered by other nearby destinations. Most of the coastlines of this island is surrounded by high rock formations, and climbing them on a mule is part of the exciting things tourists should do during their visit.
The quiet and pacific Schinousa
Schinousa is one of the most quiet and tranquil destinations a tourist could find in the Greek Cyclades archipelago. This island is ideal for those visitors who are looking for a relaxing vacation rather than a destination offering a wide range of activities and night life. While being in Schinousa, visitors can hardly see traffic or important amounts of traffic, and the entire life style in the island shows a very relaxed peace.
Loulida – Past and present combined
Loulida, also known as Kea, is a beautiful island which counts with an interesting combination of ancient buildings with some modern constructions. This is a very appealing destination to all tourists who are fond of disciplines such as history, archaeology, architecture, and design as well as to all those who are willing to meet some beautiful beaches and traditional taverns. Despite of its small size, there are many different places to visit and things to do in this island.
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Korissia, also known as Livadi, is a town which has the main port in the island of Tzia or Kea, in the Greek archipelago of the Cyclades. This town or village is situated towards the north western area of Kea, and is considered the most popular destination in the island, counting with a wide variety of facilities for tourists to feel comfortable and enjoy their visit.
Continue reading Korissia – Main port in KeaThe small unchanged Folegandros
Folegandros, located in the archipelago of the Cyclades, is a small, beautiful, and almost undiscovered by massive tourism destination. This is one of the few small untouched islands in the Greek archipelago, ideal for those tourists who wish to meet a truly traditional spot in which its typical features haven’t been changed in order to satisfy the visitors and the entire atmosphere is of relaxation and tranquility.