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par2n2 · 2 years

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Amorgos [Αμοργός]

This one has been one of the very few islands of the Aegean Archipelago that I had never properly visited and explored, up until the previous April. Amorgos, a long, mountainous, cliffy and rocky piece of land lies on the eastern edges of the Cyclades, facing the islands of Keros, Koufonisia, Schoinousa, Iraklia and Naxos to the northwest, and Astypalaia to the southeast. Quite far from Piraeus (at least 9 hours away by ship), with no airport, Amorgos is regularly connected solely to Naxos and Mikres Kyklades [Μικρές Κυκλάδες], through a daily itinerary carried out by the famous Skopelitis small car ferry.

Remote and isolated from mainland Greece, but also from the majority of the islands of the Aegean Archipelago, Amorgos has built a unique and intriguing character. Not only its landscapes and vistas are spectacular, mountainous, full of cliffs with breathtaking views to the fathomless blue sea, but also its folk is a fusion of locals and foreigners, altogether forming an amalgamation of cultures, visions, origins and ends. As one of the island’s most recent settlers discussed with me during my short stay: ‘Amorgos should not be mistaken, nor confused to be a female, or a consoling woman to travellers, and strangers reaching its shores after a long and tiring journey [*]. On the contrary, Amorgos is a man, the close and solacing friend so much needed in grave and dire times, that will stand by your shoulder and shelter you, being a newcomer and a local alike’. Largely contributing to the reputation of Amorgos has been the Big Blue [Grand Bleu], a motion picture that has established the island as a unique alternative, non touristic destination, still standing, since mass tourism has not yet encroached nor consummated the unique qualities and moments captured by Luc Besson in the late ‘80s.

One of these unique instances has been unwound in front of my own eyes during the night of the Good Friday and the procession of Epitaphios in the village of Katapola, the main port of Amorgos. After Epitaphios has left the Cathedral carried by the mourning worshippers, a ritual takes place choreographed by the small scale fishing community of the island, when fishers man their fishing caiques, stock them with fireworks and flares to be fired, and follow the procession by sea close behind, grieving the Crucifixion of Christ. The feelings and the rewards I received during this peculiar customary tradition were more than moving, filling me with captivating moments and images.

Amorgos is full of surprises, a true gem for travellers striving to avoid the swarms of mass tourism and enjoy the pristine nature, since the island is renowned for its very well preserved long hiking cobblestone paths, crystal clear blue waters, and unspoiled natural habitats. Marine and terrestrial areas of the island have been already designated as parts of the EU Natura 2000 network of Protected areas, both as Special Areas of Conservation for habitats and species of community interest, but also as Specially Protected Areas for wild birds.

*All islands in Greece are of feminine gender, thus we Greeks think of them as females

I would like to sincerely thank the small scale fishers of Amorgos and I should highlight here that over the last years their association, named Hozoviotissa [Χοζοβιώτισσα], after the famous monastery hanging on the southern cliffs of the island, has been a pioneer in an joint effort to establish Marine Protected Areas and No Take Zones surrounding its marine waters, to promote sustainable fisheries, and decrease fishing effort especially through a temporary cessation of all fishing activities during fish spawning periods in April and May each year. At the same time they have been using their fishing fleet to collect and dispose of marine litter from all inaccessible beaches of Amorgos. This important cause has been named Amorgorama [Amorgos’ vision], seeking our support to become a reality soon! The main objective behind this initiative is not only to protect and restore the seriously degraded and overfished marine ecosystems, but also to preserve the traditional and low impact small scale fisheries of the island, the small family-based fishing businesses and the ancient Mediterranean fishing tradition itself, since it constitutes an integral element of Greek insular communities that have been striving to survive and sustain their livelihoods the last decade.

#Cyclades #Easter #fireworks #flares #colour #night #sea #Amorgos #Epitaphios #Good Friday #Hidden Gem #SSF #fishers #tradition #MPAs #Conservation #No Fishing Zones #nature #environment

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greekwateryachts · 3 months

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Discover the Magical Greek Islands: A Private Sailing Vacation in the Cyclades

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kikotapasando · 4 months

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Inhoudelijke behandeling rechtszaak dood Peter R. de Vries start op 23 januari

Nieuwsbericht | 02-01-2024 | 11:37 De inhoudelijk behandeling van de strafzaken Iraklia en Hendon, over de dood van Peter R. de Vries, start op 23 januari 2024 om 09.30 uur. De zittingen worden vanwege de beschikbare ruimte in de rechtbank aan de Parnassusweg gehouden in de ‘bunker’, de rechtbank in Amsterdam Osdorp. De ene strafzaak gaat over de vermeende uitvoerders van de moord op de Vries…

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dimiti1 · 11 months

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We upped anchor at 18.00 hrs to arrive Livadi NE of Iraklia island very pretty quiet space

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naxosandsmallcyclades · 17 days

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Amazing view of the waters of Iraklia from above!

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carreteando · 1 year

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Las 4 cosas imprescindibles que hacer en Koufonisia

Durante su estancia en Grecia, ¿ha planeado un desvío por las Pequeñas Cícladas, especialmente para visitar Koufonisia? Descubre lo mejor de nosotros.

La isla de Koufonissia, también llamada Koufonissi o Koufounisi, es tranquila y sorprende con sus aguas cristalinas. Se aprecian sus preciosas calas o sus piscinas naturales. Con su ambiente bohemio y trendy, sería una pena visitar islas griegas como Santorini, Mykonos o Corfú, sin ir a la isla de Koufonisia. Todavía poco conocido, está cerca de Schinoussa, Donoussa o Iraklia. Koufonissi consta de tres islas. Keros es una pequeña isla deshabitada. Kato Koufonissi es una isla casi desierta, con pocos habitantes en verano y pocas playas. Luego está Pano Koufonissi. Cuando hablamos de la isla de Koufonissia -también llamada Koufonissi o Koufounisi-, estamos hablando de esta tercera isla. Cubre un área de 5,7 km². Está muy bien ambientado, con hoteles, restaurantes, comercios y el mar como único telón de fondo. https://carreteandoblog.com/las-4-cosas-imprescindibles-que-hacer-en-koufonisia/ Read the full article

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shoptrendthingss · 2 years

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A Manual for Ios Island, Greece

There are different sides of the rent villa mykonos coin practically on each Greek island, however perhaps no place else is however apparent as it seems to be on Ios island.

Youthful, energetic, and offering a lot of diversion valuable open doors, Ios is an in vogue party island in Greece, trailing not very far behind the significantly more modern Mykonos. Yet, Ios has figured out how to hold a conventional Cycladic scene, a rural way of life in a portion of its forgotten clifftop settlements, and a beautiful situation made of whitewashed homes and small houses of prayer along the cobblestone ways of its fundamental town.

PIN THIS! Where Could Ios be? The island partakes in an ideal area in the core of the Aegean Ocean near other more famous islands, remembering Santorini for its south, Paros and Naxos towards the North, Iraklia toward the East, and Sikinos on the West side of Ios.

What Is Ios Popular For? Among the most well known objections in Greece, Ios draws in a huge number of sightseers consistently, the two local people and outsiders the same. The reasons? One of the most staggering mid year scenes and a clear nightlife which characterizes it as one of the most outstanding party islands in Greece. As local people guarantee, however, in Ios, it's about the clubs and bars, yet it's the island's way of thinking.

The island is likewise known for its novel town, Chora, the grand Odysseus Elytis theater with stunning perspectives on the island and the ocean, Homer's grave, its overwhelming nightfalls, and significantly more.

How To Get To Ios?

There's no air terminal on the island, so the main direct method for getting to Ios is by means of ship. Then again, you can travel to Santorini from Athens (and other European objections) and afterward get a 2-hour ship.

Assuming you intend to travel by means of ship from Athens, recollect that you will likewise have to arrive at Santorini first. Ship associations among Ios and Santorini are accessible throughout the entire year, expanding during summer when something like two day to day intersections.

High velocity ships will take you from Santorini to Ios in around 35 minutes, while the ordinary ships (with a less expensive charge) can require up to very nearly 2 hours. The expense begins at €6 and can increment relying upon the vessel you board and what seat you purchase. A few ships will likewise permit you to go in your vehicle.

It's additionally vital to recall that the island can become truly busy, so it is exceptionally prudent to book ahead of time. In the event that you are stressed over keeping social distance during your days off, perhaps Ios isn't the right island for you, accept us, it becomes busy.

The Best Chance To Visit Ios Island Similarly as with each Greek island in the focal point of the Aegean, the weather conditions will in general be wonderful from May for the rest of September, when the primary mists and rains begin advancing into the Greek skies.

Staying away from July and August likewise implies avoiding immense groups and expanded costs. June and September are most likely the more quiet a long time with warm climate and better charges.

Top Activities In Ios Island The island changes from morning to evening, intending that there are vast activities at the two times.

Celebrating, clubbing, and appreciating ocean side gatherings until the sun goes up is most likely everything thing you can manage around evening time on the island… However shouldn't something be said about the daytime? Here are probably everything things you can manage in Ios when the sun goes up.

Visit Ios Chora

Ios Chora (likewise known promotion Ios Town) is the primary town on the island and the main significant town. What's more, it offers a lot of spots to find and things to see during your visit. The Chora of Ios is situated on the island's western coast, around a short ways from the port where your ship will show up.

Frequently depicted as one of the loveliest towns in the Aegean, the Chora of Ios stays legitimate and regularly Cycladic, to such an extent that it has been proclaimed a saved settlement. The beguiling postcard-like settlement is gotten by many curves ignoring the little roads. There are ravishing whitewashed, level roofed houses with blue entryways and windows showed along a labyrinth of little cobblestone back streets.

The best opportunity to visit the Chora is during the morning when a large portion of the youthful guests are dozing, and the other travelers are near the ocean. This will get large number of wonderful photographs without individuals on them assuming that is the thing you're searching for.

Wonder About The Perspectives From Panagia Gremiotissa And Then some The most noteworthy spot on the town, noticeable even from the ship, is the phenomenal white church of Panagia Gremiotissa (meaning Virgin Mary of the Precipice). The spot becomes especially busy during the nightfall, one of the most amazing minutes to investigate the region because of the fantastic lightning that eases up the congregation's white chalk walls.

Likewise, there are a couple of whitewashed windmills in the close by region and a heavenly open air amphitheater devoted to the significant Greek writer Odysseas Elytis. Not exclusively are the acoustics superb, however the perspectives are really extraordinary. It very well may be smart to go to a show here during summer in the event that you get the opportunity.

On top of a similar slope, it is likewise conceivable to investigate the vestiges of an old Venetian palace from which you can respect the whole Chora with its blues, whites, and completely heartfelt environment.

Visit The Archeological Exhibition hall No Greek island comes up short on archeological exhibition hall, and Ios couldn't be any less. Additionally situated in the primary town, the Archeological Exhibition hall of Ios is sensibly little however in any case truly significant. In the first place, it is housed in a noteworthy Neoclassical structure known as Amiradakio Megaro, truly worth a visit.

When inside the historical center, check the assortment of old things that have been unearthed on the island, from the commonplace earth dolls of the primary Cycladic period to ancient apparatuses, objects from the Old style, Greek, and Roman times, entombment segments, and stone coffin.

Wonder About The Special Archeological Site Skarkos in the space of Chora is the main ancient archeological exhuming in the Cyclades. It is accepted to have been an early Bronze Age settlement around 1,000 years more seasoned than the well known Akrotiri settlement in Santorini.

It is found a couple of kilometers from the port and bears a strange round shape. It is situated in an extremely elevated place, presumably to permit its previous occupants to have unhindered perspectives on the port and the ocean.

The vast majority of the discoveries from the settlement are currently housed in Ios' Archeological Historical center; in any case, the visit stays fascinating to find out about the awesome association of this human advancement in regards to their arranged road arranging with squares structures and stone-cleared floors (not exactly not quite the same as the present Chora, in the event that you think about it) and guarded walls.

It is great to realize that this specific archeological site has an entry that individuals can use on wheelchairs, something not exactly normal in most archeological locales in Greece.

Check The Burial chamber Of Artist Homer Around 13 km from the focal point of Chora, close to Plakoto Ocean side, on top of a slope sitting above the ocean, visiting the burial chamber of Homer is conceivable.

Homer is viewed as perhaps of the best history specialist and writers in old Greece and most likely the writer of the amazing sonnets the Odyssey and the Iliad. As per the nearby legend, the artist passed on the island, where his mom was conceived.

In spite of the fact that there was never much proof that Homer had genuinely been covered on the island, thinking back to the seventeenth hundred years, a paleontologist discovered a few graves nearby, with one of them bearing an engraving that recognized the spot as the writer's grave.

Find Ios Water channel On the island, you will likewise find an extremely old water passage situated in the shoreline town of Agia Theodoti, on the island's southern coast.

There are noticeable remains of a pinnacle, hints of an old reservoir conduit, and two different water tanks from the Frankish time frame.

Best Ios Island Sea shores Sea shores in Ios are downright dynamite. Some of them have earned global respect, while a lot more have been granted a Blue Banner for their unblemished, clean, and perfectly clear waters. These are the ones that you shouldn't miss.

Mylopotas Ocean side

You can't say to have been in Ios in the event that you don't make it the whole way to Mylopotas, no less than once during your visit. The ocean side is truly fabulous, one of the most lovely in Greece, in any case, since it is very near the Chora (only 3 km away), it is an extremely famous objective on the island, frequently stuffed, particularly in July and August.

The sandy ocean side is a coordinated region and a part with no sort of association. It offers an ideal spot for water sports, chiefly windsurfing. Mylopotas has dynamite turquoise waters and clear sand.

Because of the party idea of the island, it is an extraordinary spot to appreciate toward the beginning of the day, when most travelers are as yet recuperating from an evening of moving and fun, and the ocean side is more serene.

Nearby, there are bistros, eateries, and ocean side bars. You can show up there driving from the focal point of town, taking the transport in the Chora, or strolling for around 20 minutes down the slope.

Dad Ocean side Perhaps of the most dazzling spot on the island, Daddy Ocean side, is around 10 km from the focal point of town. The sandy inlet is very covered up, encompassed by high precipices and brambles that keep it fairly hidden.

The spot isn't coordinated and doesn't get exceptionally stuffed; the waters are clear and shallow, making it an ideal spot for long loosening up swims in the ocean.

Manganari Ocean side One more most loved ocean side on the island, Manganari, is found further from the focal point of town. Around 20 km from Ios' Chora, the shore isn't frequently stuffed in light of the fact that it is very far off, so remember this beautiful rent villa mykonos shore assuming you are searching for a disconnected ocean side shelter.

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