It is a favorite family destination.Paros has been inhabited since 3200 BC, according to the excavations that took place on the islet of Saliagos, located between Paros and Antiparos.
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In fact, every August, the beach hosts the Professional Windsurfing World Cup which sees the arrival of international windsurfing champions.Ībout twenty kilometers from the island’s capital of Parikia in the southern part of Paros is the beach of Logaras, a long, sandy beach containing bars, tavernas, and hotels.
Golden Beach (or Chrissi Akti) is probably the loveliest beach on the island, The extensive sandy beach is quite well-known by windsurfers thanks to ideal winds in the area. Credit: Smtunli, Svein-Magne Tunli, CC BY-SA 3.0/Wikipedia. Sandy bays and coves form small, natural sea pools where it is possible to spend the day sometimes in total privacy. Huge granite formations smoothly sculpted by the elements provide the impression of a lunar terrain.
Kolimbithres is another famous beach and is located in the bay of Naoussa, also known as Plastira Bay. Rather lonely and relaxed, Pounda also offers excellent views of the nearby Antiparos, as well as several daily ferries that connect both islands. Due to its extension, it manages to maintain a quiet atmosphere and is not overcrowded.įor those into kite-surfing, Pounda is another good option. Beaches of ParosĪmongst the most beautiful beaches on Paros, Santa Maria is the place to go for those keen on water sports, such as diving, snorkeling, and windsurfing. In Parikia, visitors can also explore the Archaeological Museum of Paros, home to a collection of various findings from the Neolithic and Roman periods.Ībove Parikia, the Monastery of Agii Anargiri rewards visitors with stunning views of the sea. Panagia Ekatontapiliani in Parikia Credit: Konstantinos Stampoulis, CC BY-SA 3.0/ Wikimedia The famous Byzantine church of Panagia Ekatontapiliani (Our Lady of the Hundred Doors), also located in the area, is one of the most important Byzantine monuments in Greece. This traditional settlement develops around the hill of Kastro (Castle), a site comprised of narrow alleyways that form a maze where getting lost is not a burden but a magnificent visual experience.Ĭhurches abound in the area with the notable churches of Agia Eleni and the Panagia Septemvriani. The windmill located at the entrance of the port is an island landmark.
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This little town is the main center of Paros and is home to its main harbor, as well, serving many other islands.Īmphitheatrically built around the port, the city provides postcard-perfect examples of typical Cycladic architecture which incorporates whitewashed cubic houses and colorful windows and doors.
Also known as Paros Town or simply Chora, it has about 3,000 inhabitants. Parikia, the capital of the island, is a lively center with an interesting nightlife for the younger-and not so young-visitor. Credit: Olaf Tausch, CC BY 3.0/Wikipedia. Parikia, the capital Parikia, the capital of Paros. Several Greek sculptures have been crafted using this fine marble. Credit: Kim Traynor, CC BY-SA 4.0/Wikipediaīefore arriving at Lefkes, one may stop at the Marathi Marble Quarry, home to the well-known Parian marble. The marble of the Venus de Milo is believed to have been extracted from this 100-meter-long (330 ft) quarry.
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