Built on the hill overlooking the harbour lies Chora, the main village of Ios, which offers a view to the islands surrounding it. The visitor can either take the road (2 km.) or follow the old paved alley. Once we reach Chora, we experience the unique Cycladic atmosphere. The village is built following Cycladic architecture standards with many...
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A settlement built in the port of Ios. Stores, travel bureaus, buses and anything else that the visitor might need, this is the place where he will find it. Next to the port lies the wide beach of Gialos with its golden sand, while at the entrance of the port you will see the picturesque chapel of Agia Irini, the first thing one sees while...
If you follow the road longwise of the island, after 23km of beautiful landscapes and views to several parts of the island, you will end in the popular and gorgeous beach of Magganari. There is also located the southest settlement of the island with several choices for accommodation, restaurants and stores. In Magganari, the visitor can enjoy...
To the south of the gulf of the port and 3km from Chora, you will encounter the homonym settlement and the homonym beach. This is a coastal settlement chosen by the visitors for its gorgeous beach, which has been awarded with a Blue Flag. In Mylopotas, the visitors will find many restaurants and a variety of accommodation with all the comforts.