Agia Thekla

Agia Thekla is a beautiful catholic church in the region of Megas Gialos standing out for its curved walls, the exterior tower and courtyard. Source: www.syrosisland.gr [vc_row][vc_column][ivi_nbcaj layout="5" viewas="list" cat_id="Syros" animation="fadeInRight" title="Posts about Syros" cmlabel="read more" perpage="6" count="1000" titlenght="40" introlenght="400" categorie_slug="syros"][/vc_column][/vc_row] διαβάστε περισσότερα

Agios Athanasios

The first Church of St. Athanasios was built in 1631 but has since suffered several destructions and after being rebuilt again and again it is now standing impressively in a ravine, surrounded by platans and running spring water on the backside of Ano Syros. It is a beautiful stone church with a stone belfry adorning the idyllic landscape. Source: www.syrosisland.gr [vc_row][vc_column][ivi_nbcaj layout="5" viewas="list" cat_id="Syros" animation="fadeInRight" title="Posts about Syros" cmlabel="read... διαβάστε περισσότερα

Agioi Anargyroi

The Church of Agioi Anargyroi is situated in the district of Mana, on the road connecting Ermoupoli with the surrounding areas. It is a cruciform church of Byzantine style with a dome and a large courtyard adorning the area since 1862. Source: www.syrosisland.gr [vc_row][vc_column][ivi_nbcaj layout="5" viewas="list" cat_id="Syros" animation="fadeInRight" title="Posts about Syros" cmlabel="read more" perpage="6" count="1000" titlenght="40" introlenght="400" categorie_slug="syros"][/vc_column][/vc_row] διαβάστε περισσότερα

Agios Antonios

The orthodox church of Agios Antonios is situated by the seaside, in the region of Megas Gialos. It is distinguished for its unique cruciform domed architecture and the simple hagiography in the interior. A feast is organized on January the 17th in honor of the Saint, where guests are offered soup and wine. Source: www.syrosisland.gr [vc_row][vc_column][ivi_nbcaj layout="5" viewas="list" cat_id="Syros" animation="fadeInRight" title="Posts about Syros" cmlabel="read more" perpage="6" count="1000"... διαβάστε περισσότερα

Agios Georgios

Agios Georgios was built in 1839 in the region of Syros, originally as a one-aisled church while after the successive disasters it suffered, the church was reconstructed in the early 20th century as a three-aisled Basilica with the addition of the chapels of Agia Thekla and Agios Andreas. At the entrance of the church’s courtyard lies the imposing marble Bell Tower while the temple’s central arch is adorned with an inscription mentioning the date of completion of the temple, the patron and donors. Within... διαβάστε περισσότερα

Klisoura Beach

On the north side of the island, is the secluded beach of Klisoura which stands out for its wild beauty and crystal clear waters. The beach can be accessed by sea or via a hiking trail. This is a non-organized beach ideal for adventurous travelers who wish to enjoy a quiet day on the beach, away from the crowds. Source: www.syrosisland.gr [vc_row][vc_column][ivi_nbcaj layout="5" viewas="list" cat_id="Syros" animation="fadeInRight" title="Posts about Syros" cmlabel="read more" perpage="6"... διαβάστε περισσότερα

Agios Dimitrios

On May 25th of 1936 Manousos Pelekis from Ermoupoli had a vision which led him to the icon of Saint Demetrios. After the command of the Metropolitan of Syros at the time, Filaretos a magnificent stone church of Byzantine style with a dome was built in the exact place where the icon was found, a church greeting the ships that arrived. The Temple stands out for the stone walls on the inside as well as the few icons that adorn them. Ships arriving or leaving the port of Ermoupolis whistle just as they... διαβάστε περισσότερα

Agios Ioannis

St. John was built in 1876 at the center of Poseidonia with the donations of George Veltsos, Themistocles Petrokokkinos as well as various precious sacred relics and icons of the 19th century sent by Zanis Petrokokkinos from St. Petersburg. It is a church of Byzantine style with a dome and cruciform painted in the colors of the Greek blue sea and the azure sky. In the elder years, on August the 29th visitors used to camp around the temple, light up the beach with lights that were placed on the boats... διαβάστε περισσότερα

Fabrica Beach

The Golden Beach of Fabrica got its name from the ceramics factory that was formerly located in the area. It is a quiet beach 9km from Ermoupolis on the South side of the island with little umbrellas, ideal for those seeking tranquility and relaxation for their holidays. Guests can swim in the clear blue waters along the beach while the more adventurous can try to swim all the way to Ampelos island. On the right side of the beach there is a small port where fishermen moor their boats and constitutes... διαβάστε περισσότερα

Foinikas Beach

Foinikas is a beautiful beach in the west of the Island shortly after Posidonia. It is a favorite destination due to its infrastructure featuring all comforts and conveniences for the bathers such as umbrellas to protect them from the sun, an organized marina for the yachts and traditional fish taverns right by the sea. The beach of Foinikas is easily accessible and one can reach it by following the road from Ermoupolis to Galissas. It is also a suitable for fishing and snorkeling. Source: www.syrosisland.gr [vc_row][vc_column][ivi_nbcaj... διαβάστε περισσότερα