![]() It’s a perfect day trip from Paros, but if you have the time, spend the night there to soak up the special nighttime atmosphere. Then head to the beach and explore Antiparos’ coves. A ferry connects the port of Pounda and the island every 30 minutes and it only takes 10 minutes by boat to reach Antiparos.ĭuring your stay in Antiparos, stroll along the island’s main village to discover its many shops and restaurants. The neighboring island of Antiparos sits right next door to Paros. The beautiful lighthouse of Korakas at the edge of a cliff at Paros Park 5. Throughout the summer, visitors can also see an open-air movie at the Cine Enastron film festival, located within Paros Park. In fact, the lighthouse at the northern tip is the greatest location to witness breathtaking sunsets. During your hike you can stop by the pre-Byzantine Ai Giannis Detis Monastery and the Korakas Lighthouse. There are 3 well-marked walking trails that will give you the chance to discover a different side of Paros than you probably expected. It boasts sports and entertainment facilities and hosts yearly events and concerts with a low environmental impact. Your next excursion is to Paros Park, which is an environmentally protected area covering 800 acres of the Ai Giannis Detis peninsula. The small Venetian castle at the port of Naoussa in Paros island 4. Lastly, visit the small Folklore Art Museum in the medieval village of Lefkes if you’re interested in learning more about the local life of the island's recent past. Numerous crosses, beautiful ecclesiastical items and other Byzantine and post-Byzantine icons are on display in the Naoussa Byzantine museum. In fact, some of the most revered sculptures of Greek antiquity were carved from Parian marble. The marble quarries of Marathi are also worth a visit. Paroikia’s ancient cemetery, the sanctuary of Asklepios and the Mycenaean Acropolis are other sites of great archaeological importance. If you want to see examples of ancient artifacts collected on Paros and the neighboring island of Antiparos, then visit the Archaeological museum of Parikia. The island of Paros has been inhabited since antiquity and, therefore, it’s incredibly rich in historical sights. The best time to see the butterflies is between June to September. A trip to the Butterflies nature reserve is definitely suggested if you love nature. You will see thousands of them as you stroll around the exquisitely landscaped park and learn more about this unusual phenomenon. The entire valley is covered in Jersey Tiger Moths, a species that is only found in a few locations worldwide. It's a biotope where every summer, when the valley is verdant, a breathtaking natural phenomenon occurs. Located 5km south of Parikia, near the Monastery of Jesus of Woods, the Valley of the Butterflies (Petaloudes in Greek) is a truly unique place in Paros. ![]() ![]() And don't assume you need to be an expert, because there is equipment and certified trainers readily available for all skill levels.īesides the windsurfing facilities, at Golden beach you will also find beach bars, sunbeds, hotels, beach-inspired shops, and tavernas. You’ll be able to rent windsurfer gear, kayaks, stand-up paddleboards, and wakeboards at numerous places along the 700m beach. With its crystalline waters and soft, golden sand, it is one of the most beautiful beaches of Paros and is easily accessed via road (bus transportation, rentals). Thanks to the choppy meltemi winds of the south-east coast, Golden beach has lured windsurfers for decades. If you’re a fan of watersports, Chrisi Akti ("golden beach") definitely needs to be on your list of things to do in Paros. Windsurfers at a beautiful beach with turquoise waters in Paros 1. See here the list of the top 5 activities in Paros: It’s famous for its great beaches, water sports and the fantastic vibe of its main town, Naoussa. Paros is the fourth largest island in the Cyclades and one of the most popular holiday destinations in the Aegean. ![]()
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