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Island of Syros

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Information	Details
Name	Syros
Location	Aegean Sea, part of the Cyclades Islands
Area	84 km²
Population	Around 21,500 inhabitants
Capital	Ermoupoli (Hermoupolis)
Official language	Greek
Currency	Euro (€)
Maximum altitude	442 m (Mount Syringas)
Climate	Mediterranean (hot and dry in summer, mild in winter)
Local currency	Euro (€)
Main attractions	Ermoupoli (Apollon Theater, Miaouli Square, neoclassical buildings), Ano Syros (medieval quarter), beaches of Galissas, Kini, and Finikas, St. George Cathedral, Archaeological Museum of Syros
Economy	Tourism, trade, light industry, shipbuilding, agriculture
Airport	Syros National Airport “Demetrius Vikelas” (JSY)
Main port	Port of Ermoupoli
Famous for	Administrative and cultural capital of the Cyclades, neoclassical architecture, rich cultural history, and festivals
Popular activities	Cultural tours, beach visits, attending festivals, exploring historic districts, local cuisine experiences
Unique features	Blend of Cycladic and neoclassical architecture, diverse cultural influences (Orthodox and Catholic communities), vibrant cultural scene with music and arts festivals
History and culture	Once a major commercial hub in Greece, known for its neoclassical architecture and cultural events, including the International Cyclades Music Festival and Animasyros (animation festival), with a strong maritime and industrial heritage

Island of Syros

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The small Syros island is part of the Cicaldi and is one of the last destinations not yet under siege by mass tourism. An island that fascinates everyone because it offers history, beautiful landscapes and so much culture. Its relaxed and genuine environment makes it perfect for those who want a holiday in a real Greece.

Administrative center of the Archipelago, it will enchant you with its villages, like its capital Ermoupolis where you go to take care of any bureaucratic practice, it is a real dive into the past. Labyrinthine cobbled streets that emerge into beautiful and lively squares with neoclassical architecture that give it this slightly refined and snobbish air. Also not to be missed is Ano Syros, a medieval village on top of a hill where you can see spectacular views to say the least.

Syros beaches are scenic and with soft sandy shores with shallow waters perfect for families with children. How can you not treat yourself to a day on the golden Finikas beach where you can have fun with water sports, or on the wild Grammaria beach where Mother Nature still reigns supreme. And since you’re there, end up in style with a postcard sunset from the fishing Kini village.

Syros has a beautiful legend that tells of its first inhabitant Coetanus who freed dolphins from nets and years later when he was overwhelmed by a storm in the middle of the sea, the same dolphins took him to a cave saving his life. When he died dozens of dolphins positioned themselves in front of the island to pay homage to him.

Whether you are a couple or a family, Syros can satisfy everyone. Find out how to get to Syros or what to see in Syros, it will be an authentic experience that you will always carry in your heart.