Famous for its dramatic mountain scenery and a relaxed atmosphere ,
it was one of the earliest centers of formation of the Cycladic
civilization , and now attracts a huge number of tourists, especially
the French, because it was filmed here a cult film by Luc Besson “” Le
Grand Bleu “”.
The main port of the island – Katapola – lies deep narrow bay , looks
like a fjord , and actually consists of three separate villages –
Katapola on the south side , Ksilokeratidion (Xylokeratidhion,
Xylokeratidhi) on the north shore and Rahidion (Rahidhion, Rahidhi) on
the hillside adjacent to the bay on the south- east of the central
mountain range.
The main attraction of the village Katapola , the main port of the
island – the Church of the Virgin ( Panagia Katapolyani ) , built on the
site of an ancient temple of Apollo. Here are the ruins of the ancient
city of Minoa . Swimmers can enjoy relaxing on the pristine sandy
beaches of the area.
The second most important port of the island , a picturesque village
Aegiali , also famous for its beautiful sandy beaches. It was formed by
the merger of four villages, consisting entirely of white houses ( Tolar
, Potamos , Ormos and Langada ) . Hikers suggested to make a two-hour
shift to the north of Langada , to the highest point of the island
(Mount Krikellos ) . The road is impressive , but even more surprised
you will be when you will reach the top , overlooking a magnificent view
of the entire island. In the south of the island, near the ancient
city , is another remarkably picturesque whight village Arkesini.
Visit the city Chora, built in traditional Cycladic style: white
houses, narrow streets and numerous churches fascinate everybody! Many
of the local taverns offers delicious Greek cuisine.Magnificient sandy
beach Egal will delight both adults and children. Numerous taverns
located along the banks will not let you to stay hungry.We also
recommending to visit the pebble beach of Agia Anna, starring some of
the shots of the film “The Big Blue”. Not far from this beach there are
the church of Agia Anna.Guests who is curious about sea diving will
find diving centers the disposal of which is all you need for diving.
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