A small and
tranquil island with a variety of choices. Its size doesn’t limit the activities for the
holidaymaker. It is located next to Paros and belongs to the Cyclades islands
group. In ancient times Antiparos was called Oliaros.
Getting there
The closest
island is Paros, so the best way to get Antiparos is to take a direct flight to
Paros from Athens or a ferry from Piraeus and then take the local boat.
Accommodation
Antiparos is popular as an ideal camping destination.
Apart from this choice, the visitor can
find hotels and rooms for all tastes and preferences. Some of the best places
to stay are located in the lively capital of Antiparos, while some others are
situated in popular beaches of the island.
Beaches
The beaches
on Antiparos Island are quite extraordinary, some are long sandy stretches and
others are rocky coves, but all have shimmering blue waters.
Glyfa beach
It is a
tranquil and unspoiled beach where you can enjoy the swimming in the crystal
water and the sunbathing in the soft sand. The calmness of the beach, render it
ideal for families. Next to Glyfa beach there are some hotels and taverns.
Psaraliki
beach
It is an
organized beach with sunbeds and umbrellas. Its shallow waters make it ideal
for families. It also has pedal boats for renting, and there is also space for
beach tennis and windsurfing. A number of picturesque taverns and music clubs
are available.
Camping
Beach
This
enchanting beach is one of the most popular of the island. The beautiful
scenery of plants creates a feeling of
relaxation. The camping offers tents for shade.
Vathis
Volos beach
In the lovely
sandy beach of Vathis Volos, the visitor can enjoy the privacy and tranquility.
Some small hotels and rooms can be found in close distance around this beach.
Sightseeing
Kastro
(castle)
A tour at
the sites of Antiparos Island is an amazing experience. In the capital town,
you can see the Venetian Castle .The Castle is close to Antiparos’ square. It
was built in 1440, in order to protect residents from pirate invasions. It is
of gothic style and it is an organized complex of buildings with an interesting
medieval settlement in the Cyclades islands. In the centre of this square
complex was the Tower, from which only the base has been saved. Around it
residences were built. Amongst them there were three small churches.
The cave of
Antiparos
It is
located on Ayios Ioánnis Hill, and it is famous for its marvelous stalagmite and stalactite formations. Here, you
will find the oldest stalagmite in Europe! Initially, it was used as a shelter
and after as a worship place.
Events
The
Festival of Agia Marina
It takes
place every year on July 15-17. Agia Marina is considered the protector saint
of the island. The event involves several activities with yacht racing,
triathlon swimming and race in the streets of the island. On the last day there
is a litany of the sacred icon of Agia Marina. There, people are gathered
around and in the church and athletes are awarded.
The
Festival of Ai Giannis
It takes
place on June 23 and 24 in Antiparos Town in the Castle and revives the tradition
of Klidonas, an old custom.
It is the
tradition to set fire to the garlands of flowers and create a large outdoor fire where people jump over the bonfires.
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