Ios

Ios, unique and beautiful, picturesque and irreconcilable, has been showing in recent years its other face and to highlight its beauties, Cycladic energy, beautiful Chora and clear blue waters.

The first impression you get as soon as you arrive on the island is enchanting: the centre (very close to the port of Ormos) welcomes travelers. Amphitheatrically built on the slope of a hill, at the top of where are ruins of a medieval castle. It is a traditional settlement that has been declared a protected area and is one of the best preserved examples of Cycladic architecture.

The whitewashed houses, the picturesque covered streets, the windmills that resist like loyal guards in the strong wind, the churches with the arched bell towers and the blue domes create a unique residential ensemble, which characterize the uniqueness of the island.

The island also has enchanting beaches, which are an attraction for lovers of water sports and diving. Be sure to visit the church of Panagia Gremiotissa, built literally on the edge of the cliff, with an amazing view of the sea, the tomb of Homer, the beach of Mylopotas and the sunset in Chora or Paleokastro. Its beauty is truly breathtaking!