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INFORMATION about PAROS |
| INTRODUCTION: |
| The cosmopolitan and picturesque island of Paros is one of the most popular summer resorts of Greece. Combining the renowned insular traditional style of the past with the modern lifestyle of nowadays, the island of Paros is the ideal place to incarnate the vacations that you have always been dreaming about. |
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| LOCATION: |
| Paros is one of the most prominent islands of the Cyclades cluster, a group of islands located in the center of the Aegean ocean. Situated in the heart of the insular cluster, Paros is located at a close distance to the islands of Naxos, Mykonos and Syros. |
| AREA: | | 194 sq.km | | POPULATION: |
| 9600 |
| CAPITAL: |
| Paros or Parikia |
| MORPHOLOGY: |
| Gifted with unparalleled natural beauties, the unique island of Paros pulses with infinite sandy coasts, crystal waters, verdurous landscapes and fertile plains that compose an amazing icon of insular beauty. |
| SEASONS: |
| During winter, Paros is a very quiet and peaceful island where you can relax and seclude. However, during the summer months Paros converts into an extremely cosmopolitan and much frequented tourist resort where the pulse of entertainment beats fast. |
| ATTRACTIONS: |
SIGHTS:
The ruins of the sanctuary of Asklipio, the castle and the churches of Agia Anna, Agia Marina, Panagia Stavrou, Agia Ekaterini, Evagelismou, Panagia Ekatontapiliani, as well as the monastery of Agioi Anargyri, the male monastery of Lagovarda, the female monastery of Jesus in the forest and the ruins of an ancient settlement, at the town of Parikia.
The ruins of the tower of Pirgaki, at the village of Drios.
The several churches and especially the church of Agia Triada, as well as the monument of the fighters, the monasteries of Agios Ioannis Kaparos, Agios Ioannis Theologos, Agios Minas and Panagia Thapsanon, the ancient marble quarries, the windmills, the weaving and pottery workshops and the buildings of the school and the traditional coffeeshop, at the village of Lefkes.
The hill "Kefalos", at the village of Marpissa.
The remains of the castle, the old windmills, the several churches, the quarters of Agios Dimitrios, the private monastery of Agios Andreas, the monastery of Agios Ioannis, at the town of Naoussa.
MUSEUMS:
The archaeological museum at the town of Parikia.
The cultural museum at the village of Aliki and at the village of Lefkes.
NATURE:
The region of "Petaloudes" (a verdant valley with butterflies), 6 km far from the town of Parikia.
The region of "Kolibithres", at the town of Naoussa, a sandy coast with huge rocks of strange shapes that resemble sculptures. |
| SPORTS / RECREATION: |
| If you have a boat, you will be able to visit all the seashores of the island of Paros as well as many of the surrounding islands and islets. In order to refuel, you can go to Naoussa or Parikia. For any kind of malfunction, you can contact the following telephone number: +30 (22840) 21633. | | ENTERTAINMENT: |
| All over the magical island of Paros, at every town, village or settlement, and especially at Parikia and Naoussa, you will be able to find a handful of traditional taverns, restaurants, cafeterias and bars that shall offer you unrivaled entertainment. | | LOCAL EVENTS: |
The festival of Agioi Anargiri on July the 1st at the monastery, the festival of Panagia Ekatontapiliani on August the 15th and the exhibition of art on July or August, at the town of Parikia.
The festival of Agios Ioannis Theologos on August the 29th, at the village of Drios.
Easter at the village of Marpissa and Naoussa.
The festival of Panagia on August the 23rd, the festival of Agios Ioannis on August the 29th, the festival of Pantanassa on February the 2nd and the cultural events during the summer months, at the town of Naoussa.
The festival of Analipsi and the festival of Agios Ioannis Klidonas on June the 24th, at the village of Piso Livadi, Logaras. | | MAJOR TOWNS / CITIES / VILLAGES |
Paros or Parikia
The town of Parikia is the capital of the island of Paros. Cosmopolitan settlement and scenic port, the town of Parikia has managed to preserve several insular aspects of the Cycladic tradition that in combination with the natural beauty and the hospitable atmosphere, compose an immaculate resort with superb beaches that shall definitely amaze you.
Naoussa
Naoussa is one of the most picturesque coastal villages of the island of Paros. Built at the cove of the homonymous gulf, the settlement of Naoussa has become a very popular tourist center, attracting visitors from all over the world. The infinite beaches and the interesting sightseeing that embellish the blessed land shall surely bedazzle you.
Pounda
Pounda is a very small coastal settlement, ideal for enjoying limitless moments at its fantastic beaches. At the region of Agia Irini a beach full of palm trees is waiting for you, while at Hrissi Akti, the bays are ideal for water sports.
Marpissa
Marpissa is a traditional settlement skirmished on a hill. Below Marpissa, the infinite beach of Molos is waiting for you, while the villages Piso Livadi, Logaras, Marmara, located at a very close distance, are full of crystal waters, small harbors and golden, sandy bays.
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| TRANSPORTATION: |
BY FERRY:
From Piraeus to the island of Paros, there are frequent timetables on summer, while in winter the itineraries are more rare. The duration of the journey is 5 hours. From Thessalonica to the island of Paros, there are also timetables, all through the year. Moreover, there are several itineraries from Rafina to the island of Paros with speedboats. Paros is also connected with Crete, the Cyclades islands and the Dodekanissa islands.
Information:
Port authority of Piraeus: +30 (210) 4226000
Port authority of Paros: +30 (22840) 21240
Port authority of Thessalonica: +30 (2310) 531505
Port authority of Rafina: +30 (22940) 22487
BY AIRPLANE:
From the Eleftherios Venizelos airport at Spata to the island of Paros, there are flights all through the year. The duration of the flight is 45 minutes. The airport is located 11 km SW of the town of Parikia.
Information:
Olympic airways of Athens: +30 (210) 9363363
Olympic airways of Paros: +30 (22840) 21900
Airport of Paros: +30 (22840) 91257
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| USEFUL TELEPHONE NUMBERS: |
Municipality of Paros: +30 (22840) 21222
Police department of Paros: +30 (22840) 233333
Tourist police of Paros: +30 (22840) 21673
Port authority of Paros: +30 (22840) 21240
Taxi station of Paros: +30 (22840) 21500
Boat malfunctions: +30 (22840) 21633
Port authority of Piraeus: +30 (210) 4226000
Port authority of Paros: +30 (22840) 21240
Port authority of Thessalonica: +30 (2310) 531505
Port authority of Rafina: +30 (22940) 22487
Olympic airways of Athens: +30 (210) 9363363
Olympic airways of Paros: +30 (22840) 21900
Airport of Paros: +30 (22840) 91257 |
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