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This elegant monastery built in 1900 is worth a visit. You will see an exhibition of hand-woven textiles and you may be able to see the nuns working at the loom. The beautiful textiles created here are of course for sale and you can bring back beautiful souvenirs or wonderful gifts for your friends!

This tiny chapel built in a cave opening onto the sea is one of the tourist attractions of Syros. The chapel is simple, but its environment makes it magical. Its access by a steep path is difficult and dangerous, not recommended if you suffer from vertigo. Be careful not to stay too late, the return by night is almost impossible!

Built in 1600, renovated in 1792 and enlarged in 1873, the church Agia Paraskevi is private but it is possible to visit it. Nestled in the greenery in the mountains above Ermoupoli, it belongs to a shipowner. Curiously enough, it is not very well known but it is worth a visit.

In 1936, a resident of Ermoupoli had a vision that led to the discovery of an icon of Saint Dimitrios. The beautiful Byzantine style church of Agios Dimitrios was built on the site of the discovery, to welcome the boats arriving on the island. Since then, the ships arriving or leaving the port sound their siren when passing by and the priest answers them by ringing the bells.

There is nothing special about the village of Alithini, except that it offers extraordinary plunging views to Ermoupoli and Ano Syros. It is also the starting point of the road leading up to the beautiful church of Agia Paraskevi.

The capital of Syros is actually a double city: the lower part, where the port is located, is Ermoupolis, while the whole old town, stepped on the slopes of the highest hill, is Ano Syros, a picturesque maze of alleys and stairs. It's rather steep, but it's a must visit!

5km south of Ermoupoli, on the east coast of Syros, the sandy beach of Azolimnos is lined with restaurants and cafes. The beach is not very big but you can take beautiful walks along the coast.

A beautiful beach north of Kini, more and more popular. A tavern, a bar, some accommodations. A few years ago, the road that led to Delfini was an awful dirt road, but it's now a concrete road and what was a rather secret place will probably become a bit too touristy, enjoy it while you can!

A small village in the heights of the port of Ermoupolis, off the main roads. A pretty church and a bird's eye view of the docks. Not much to see, in fact, but it's a nice and quiet place to escape the crowd and meditate for a while.

Ermoupoli is one of the most fascinating cities of the Cyclades. While Piraeus was still a fishing village, the port of Syros was the largest in Greece. Crowned by the old town of Ano Syros, Ermoupoli and its marble streets are a must for any trip to the Cyclades.

Finikas is one of the most popular seaside destinations of Syros. Named after the ancient Phoenicians who used it as a port protected from the north winds, it is the second natural port of the island after the port of Ermoupolis.

Do you feel like enjoying a sandy beach on a desert island? Off the airport, the island of Gaidaros (also named Didymi) is waiting for you! A flat island with just a lighthouse and three beautiful deserted beaches on its south coast. With some luck you'll have the whole island for you!

The most famous of all the beaches of Syros... therefore the most overcrowded! This does not prevent it from being really superb. Taverns, bars, hotels, a long sandy beach, equipped, where you will watch amazing sunsets. The seabed is sandy and gently sloping, so Galissas is a perfect choice for families with kids.

Cross Syros from east to west from Ermoupolis and you arrive at this beautiful seaside destination sheltered from the wind. Two beaches, some taverns along the shore, many possibilities of accommodation. An excellent choice if sea and beach are your priorities during your stay!

A beautiful golden sandy beach, crystal clear waters, a few umbrellas, a small bar... a real little paradise near Poseidonia, south-west of Syros.

Formerly named Della Grazia, this big village was during the 19th century the summer residence of the wealthy Syriots. Nowadays, there is still some aristocratic atmosphere, with amazing mansions, often pretentious but always of great architectural interest. In summer, it's a nice seaside destination, close to many beaches.

The whole northern part of Syros is totally wild and ideal for hiking and discovering secret beaches. A little more than 1 km after San Michalis is the end of the road. To go further or to go down to the beaches below, bring good shoes, a hat and water. Before that, take a break to discover the hamlet, its pretty church and picturesque tavern!

With its 1080 m long runway, the Demetrios Vikelas Airport, which opened in 1991, is served exclusively from Athens by Olympic Air and Sky Express. Its name honors a writer and businessman born in Ermoupolis, who was the first president of the International Olympic Committee from 1894 to 1896, before Pierre de Coubertin.

Nestling at the end of a sheltered bay on the south coast of the island, the sandy beach of Vari is one of the most popular in Syros. It is a small beach surrounded by hotels and tavernas, located 8km from Ermoupoli, 4km from the beach of Azolimnos and 7km from Poseidonia.