Parikia, “the Hora”, is the capital of the island, as well as the small town that welcomes visitors, since it is also the main port of the island. It was built in the location of the Old Town and combines the picturesqueness of the Cyclades and the comforts offered by the modern way of life.
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Like a painting by a virtuoso, Naoussa reflects the freshness of the Cycladic civilization, granting beautiful images to its visitors. It has been characterized by some people as the par excellence destination of the island for a night walk and nightlife, since in its labyrinthine alleys you meet hundreds of groups of people of all ages, as...
Talking about Lefkes, one can easily characterize it as the most beautiful mountain village of the island. It is 11 kilometers from Parikia and at an altitude of 250 meters, with an unobstructed view of the Aegean Sea. The village is accessible by road, however the means of transportation stop at its entrance. The moment you step your foot onto...
Prodromos is one of the most traditional settlements of the island, five kilometers away from Lefkes, with fertile land, picturesque whitewashed buildings and few residents. It doesn’t offer accommodations, but you may be creatively occupied, since it is a dive into history and civilization. Its initial name was “Dragoulas” or “Tragoulas” after...
To the east of Prodromos, Marmara (Marble) is located, which took its name, obviously, from the marble of the area, while its initial name was Archontochori. This small fishing village is worth visiting for its impressive mansions with courtyards full of flowers, as well as for its countless small churches. Its landmarks are the mill at the...
Tsipidos, as it was called earlier, or Marpissa, is an atmospheric village built on the hill at a small distance from the sea. The area, which was named after the daughter of King Evinos, has a unique Cycladic picturesqueness, inspired by the architecture of the 16th century. It is built amphitheatrically, withlight filtering down onto the...
It is one of the few areas that functions as a port, but also provides a sense of euphoria and opportunities for relaxing entertainment at the exact same spot. Essentially, at a distance of four kilometers from Marpissa, you will not find any meadows, but instead the picturesque, sandy beach of the area and you will enjoy your drink on the...
In the southwest of the island lies the beautiful fishing village of Aliki, which is famous for quiet, family vacations by the sea. The hills that surround it protect it from the intense winds, and maintain the serenity of the area during most of the seasons. It is a place that makes you forget that you are on a cosmopolitan island, since it is...
This is an easily accessible village, right next to Aliki and at a short distance from the sea. One can admire the green scenery and the sparsely populated region that hosts less than 300 residents, requisitely tasting delicacies from the excellent bakery at the entrance of the village. Having regained power, the traveler is ready for one of...
For many people it is synonymous with the clear blue beach, however, the village of Drios, which is located 25 kilometers from Parikia, magically combines the shades of blue and green in a settlement with homemade delicacies and historical background. In particular, it was the ancient port of the island, a fact which is apparent by the grooves...
This small seaside village is 2.5 kilometers away from Naoussa and it is ideal for quiet swimming and conversation time, while eating fresh fish in the picturesque small tavernas with a view of the endless blue. During the afternoon, a walk on the hill of Koukounaries and a tour of the ancient cemetery can add beautiful colors to your vacation.
At the center of the island, the smallest village of Paros is located which was built during the Venetian period, at an altitude of 160 meters. It is obviously a ways from the sea, a fact that may be connected with its name (A costa= away from the beach). Some sources report that the name originates from the Latin word custodia, which means...