Amorgi guidebook
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A diffrent, fabulous world waits for you in Aigiali. You can get there either by boat from Pireaus and other Cyclades islands or by car from Katapola - Chora.Aigiali is a micro-world with three traditional villages Lagada, Tholaria and Potamos on the highest mountain of amorgos named Krikelos (821m). The villages are built over the deep basin and Aigiali's bay with its modern port.
Aigiali beach with clear blue sea offers memorable moments. Apart from Fokiotripa you can swim at Levrossos. Psili Ammos, and Hohlakas quieter beaches for relaxation.
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Aegiali
A diffrent, fabulous world waits for you in Aigiali. You can get there either by boat from Pireaus and other Cyclades islands or by car from Katapola - Chora.Aigiali is a micro-world with three traditional villages Lagada, Tholaria and Potamos on the highest mountain of amorgos named Krikelos (821m). The villages are built over the deep basin and Aigiali's bay with its modern port.
Aigiali beach with clear blue sea offers memorable moments. Apart from Fokiotripa you can swim at Levrossos. Psili Ammos, and Hohlakas quieter beaches for relaxation.
Lagada Village , is located at a distance of 20 km north of Chora. The fascinating Lagada village and its surrounding settlements grew up in the plains of Aegiali along the hillside. It combines amazing hilly areas and a nice proximity to the sea, making it a much preferred destination for the visitors. The architecture of Lagada reflects the traditional Cycladic architecture
Langada
Lagada Village , is located at a distance of 20 km north of Chora. The fascinating Lagada village and its surrounding settlements grew up in the plains of Aegiali along the hillside. It combines amazing hilly areas and a nice proximity to the sea, making it a much preferred destination for the visitors. The architecture of Lagada reflects the traditional Cycladic architecture
Tholaria, with its hospitable inhabitants, is very close to the ancient town of Egiali (Vigla), the port and beaches. The village celebrates on July, 1st. It is conveniently positioned close to the port and the beach.
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Tholaria
Tholaria, with its hospitable inhabitants, is very close to the ancient town of Egiali (Vigla), the port and beaches. The village celebrates on July, 1st. It is conveniently positioned close to the port and the beach.
Potamos is quiet and very picturesque and has kept the traditional architecture and way of life. The village which climbs up on the mountainside with fantastic views over the archipelago and the bay of Aegiali. Potamos is surrounded by the mountains and beautiful nature and it has easy access the walking paths with there fantastic sceneries. Potamos is a place to relax and enjoy with its seas views and the spectacular sunset over the Aegean Sea.
The village is divided into parts, down and upper, and you can reach it by walking and car from both the down part as well as the upper part.
12 yerel halk öneriyor
Potamos
Potamos is quiet and very picturesque and has kept the traditional architecture and way of life. The village which climbs up on the mountainside with fantastic views over the archipelago and the bay of Aegiali. Potamos is surrounded by the mountains and beautiful nature and it has easy access the walking paths with there fantastic sceneries. Potamos is a place to relax and enjoy with its seas views and the spectacular sunset over the Aegean Sea.
The village is divided into parts, down and upper, and you can reach it by walking and car from both the down part as well as the upper part.
Vroutsi is a small village located on a hill at the southwest part of Amorgos, 12km from Chora. It’s only by a handful of people who lived there and they are mainly involved with fishing, farming, and cattle-breeding. The first traces of settlement in the area date back to the end of the post and middle-Cycladic period, 3rd BC. Vroutsi is for relaxing holidays with its peaceful and tranquil atmosphere . From the village starts the walking path to the ancient town of Arkesini and the nearest beach is the magnificent beach of Mouros.
Vroutsis
Vroutsi is a small village located on a hill at the southwest part of Amorgos, 12km from Chora. It’s only by a handful of people who lived there and they are mainly involved with fishing, farming, and cattle-breeding. The first traces of settlement in the area date back to the end of the post and middle-Cycladic period, 3rd BC. Vroutsi is for relaxing holidays with its peaceful and tranquil atmosphere . From the village starts the walking path to the ancient town of Arkesini and the nearest beach is the magnificent beach of Mouros.
Katapola is the main port of Amorgos, this beautiful region is divided into three settlements called Katapola, Rachidi, and Xilokeratidi. Along the waterfront, it’s lined with cafes, taverns, and moorings for fishing boats and visiting sailing boats. In the middle of the bay, you have a small sandy beach, you can also walk or take the bath boat to some of the other nice beaches in the area.
On the hill above Katapola are the excavations of the ancient city of Minoa which are of great interest. In the small hamlet of Rachidi, you find the church of Agios Georgios. Xilokeratidi opposite of the port is the most picturesque part of the bay with its pretty narrow streets and its traditional taverns.
Katapola (Amorgos) station
Katapola is the main port of Amorgos, this beautiful region is divided into three settlements called Katapola, Rachidi, and Xilokeratidi. Along the waterfront, it’s lined with cafes, taverns, and moorings for fishing boats and visiting sailing boats. In the middle of the bay, you have a small sandy beach, you can also walk or take the bath boat to some of the other nice beaches in the area.
On the hill above Katapola are the excavations of the ancient city of Minoa which are of great interest. In the small hamlet of Rachidi, you find the church of Agios Georgios. Xilokeratidi opposite of the port is the most picturesque part of the bay with its pretty narrow streets and its traditional taverns.
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Amorgos medieval capital is built in the middle of the island around the Venetian Castle. The first signs of occupation shown here are from the early Byzantinr times.
Narrow alleys and small paved squares attract and win the visitor;s attention. A visit to the island archelogical museum is definatly worth while. Chora surpises you with Agia Anna and Kambi rocky and pebbly beaches.
Sun and rocks, blue clear waters and the wild beauty anchant visitors........
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Chora
Amorgos medieval capital is built in the middle of the island around the Venetian Castle. The first signs of occupation shown here are from the early Byzantinr times.
Narrow alleys and small paved squares attract and win the visitor;s attention. A visit to the island archelogical museum is definatly worth while. Chora surpises you with Agia Anna and Kambi rocky and pebbly beaches.
Sun and rocks, blue clear waters and the wild beauty anchant visitors........
The Monastery of Hozoviotissa in Amorgos is the second oldest in Greece built in 1017 and renovated 1088, built by Alexius Comnenus I. It is literally hanging on the cliff side 300 m above the sea. The monastery was created as an ode (poem) to the Grace of Panagia, known as the Virgin Mary, which is the patron saint of the island. The icon is carried around to all the villages on the island every year.
A perfect blend of nature and the beauty of man’s creation, the monastery symbolizes man’s tribute to the Holy Mother. Built into the face of a cliff, it provides a breathtaking view of the sparkling blue waters of the Aegean Sea. It is with no doubt, the pride of Amorgos, with its pristine walls lined with portraits of monks and other leaders, the smell of incense and numerous little treasures. The monks, who act as guardians of this architectural marvel, serving psimeni raki (a local liqueur) and loukoumi.
The current outer look of the monastery is the result of various changes that happened through time. The building is 40m high and 5m width has 8 stories that develop in a larger width utilizing functional wall recesses of rock. There is a labyrinth interior with the church, the cells and the various auxiliary rooms forming a set that with resourcefulness and usability meets the needs of the monastic brotherhood.
17 yerel halk öneriyor
Moni Panagias Chozoviotissas Manastırı
The Monastery of Hozoviotissa in Amorgos is the second oldest in Greece built in 1017 and renovated 1088, built by Alexius Comnenus I. It is literally hanging on the cliff side 300 m above the sea. The monastery was created as an ode (poem) to the Grace of Panagia, known as the Virgin Mary, which is the patron saint of the island. The icon is carried around to all the villages on the island every year.
A perfect blend of nature and the beauty of man’s creation, the monastery symbolizes man’s tribute to the Holy Mother. Built into the face of a cliff, it provides a breathtaking view of the sparkling blue waters of the Aegean Sea. It is with no doubt, the pride of Amorgos, with its pristine walls lined with portraits of monks and other leaders, the smell of incense and numerous little treasures. The monks, who act as guardians of this architectural marvel, serving psimeni raki (a local liqueur) and loukoumi.
The current outer look of the monastery is the result of various changes that happened through time. The building is 40m high and 5m width has 8 stories that develop in a larger width utilizing functional wall recesses of rock. There is a labyrinth interior with the church, the cells and the various auxiliary rooms forming a set that with resourcefulness and usability meets the needs of the monastic brotherhood.
Arkesini is one of the oldest settlements on the island located 14 km south of Chora. The village is in a rocky area with little vegetation and the whitewashed houses are build on the slopes of the mountain Korakas. Between the rocks are small fertile valleys and plains with many fruit trees and olive groves. The main livelihood is farming, cattle-breeding, and fishing. Nature here is calm and serene and just outside the village is the tower of Agia Triada which dates back to the 4th century BC and it is believed that it was used for defensive purposes. The nearest beach is Ammoudi which you can reach only by walking.
Arcesine
Arkesini is one of the oldest settlements on the island located 14 km south of Chora. The village is in a rocky area with little vegetation and the whitewashed houses are build on the slopes of the mountain Korakas. Between the rocks are small fertile valleys and plains with many fruit trees and olive groves. The main livelihood is farming, cattle-breeding, and fishing. Nature here is calm and serene and just outside the village is the tower of Agia Triada which dates back to the 4th century BC and it is believed that it was used for defensive purposes. The nearest beach is Ammoudi which you can reach only by walking.