 PAROS - The Greek island of Paros
Paros island is the third biggest of the Cyclades after Andros and Naxos. Paros is situated in the middle of the Island group and covers of 209 square kilometers with coastline of 120km long. Paros Island is 96 miles Southeast from Athens which is the capital city of Greece. Excavated remains prove Paros to have been settled since Neolithic times but the island reached it's political and cultural peak during the classic period when it boasted a population of over 60,000. Today, the more modest populace of 12,000 inhabit the famous Cycladic "sugar-cube" houses sprinkled liberally over the hillsides and around the natural harbors formed by the 120km Paros coastline. Serene landscape with fertile valleys and rolling hills dotted with small churches and monasteries, endless sandy beaches with sparkling blue waters, famous monuments from the lands rich ancient and medieval past, picturesque white villages bathed in the unique, dazzling Aegean light. |
All this, along with warm hospitality, excellent tourist facilities, rich cultural life, cosmopolitan ambience but also the possibility of seclusion, have combined to make Paros one of the most favorite spots in the Cyclades Islands. It is now your turn to discover and explore it. Enjoy swimming and your favorite water sports, have fun in the local feasts, savour the local dishes and famed wines in restaurants, taverns and ouzeries stroll around the countryside and the lovely village streets, visit the handicraft shops, revel in the intense nightlife. Discover Parikia, Paros island's capital, visit the famous church of Katapoliani, one of Greece's most important Byzantine monuments, impressively preserved, the Venetian castle, and the Archaeological Museum with its exhibits from the ancient history of Paros and Antiparos.
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Discover Naoussa which is north of the island with its whitewashed alleys, picturesque fishing port and beautiful nearby beaches. Lefkes and Marathi which are in the middle of the Island with the ancient quarries of the famous Parian marble. The monasteries of Longovarda, Christou tou Dassous and many others. The tranquil fishing village of Aliki is on the south west of Paros island with sandy beaches around.
It is well worth discovering the south east district from Marpissa to Drios is maybe the most beautiful in Paros, with picturesque villages and fishing ports (Marpissa, Pisso Livadi, Logaras, Drios), exquisite sandy beaches (Pisso Livadi, Logaras, Pounda, Messada, New Golden Beach, Golden Beach and Drios), interesting sights, warm island hospitality and model tourist facilities. Famous worldwide to fans of watersports, especially windsurfing www.paroskite-procenter.com, it also offers a variety of vacation possibilities for every taste, discover it by yourself and find out how many more surprises it holds. Distances in Paros are short, the roads are good and every ride has its own charm, with breathtaking views over the Aegean sea and the surrounding islands.
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You can also take a trip to nearby Antiparos and visit its spectacular cave and turquoise-water beaches. And don't forget that Paros due to its position and importance, is linked not only to Piraeus (The port of Athens) and Rafina, but also to all the islands of the Cyclades, the Dodecanese, Samos, even Crete island and Thessaloniki which is the second biggest city in north Greece.
The possibilities offered are limitless, both in moving around and in your stay, since Paros has an excellent tourist infrastructure. We are sure all this will entice you to become fans of Paros island. Have a nice holidays! |
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Hotels in Paros island |
Parosland Hotel
Alyki, Paros island (Cyclades) - Greece
The Parosland Hotel-bungalows First Class, is well equipped with all sorts of comforts and amenities, the perfect place for memorable holidays. Situated in the South of Paros at Aliki (300 metres of sand beach) More... |
Saint George Hotel
Paros, Paros island
Saint George Hotel is a brand new four-star hotel situated on a plot of land that stretches along the beach of “Nea Chrisi Akti" of Paros. It combines the unique architecture of Cyclades along with a discrete luxury. More... |
Paros Agnanti Hotel
Parikia - Paros, PARIKIA
Hotel Agnanti. The meeting point of natural beauty, tradition and civilization. In perfect harmony with the Cyclades landscape, that respects the traditional architecture and the environment, Paros Agnanti is a source of good life. More...
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Sirocos Studios 
Parikia, Paros island
Siroco's open all year around!!! Enjoy the cycladic sun in the swimming pool where you will enjoy your drink or cocktail, as well as breakfast.… More
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Eri Hotel
84400 Parikia, Paros Greece
The ERI Hotel is situated on the most beautiful of all the Cycladic islands, Paros, with striking features from the Ancient Greek civilization, the unequalled Cycladic Architecture, the picturesque...… More |
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