From far away Syros they are rocks and barren mountains. Get up close and personal with a city hidden from two hills, with huge neoclassical villas jutting out from the Aegean, and a church as blue as agapanthus, full of imagery so heavy it's as if the saints are maddened in triumph through lava flows of molten Russian silver.
Everywhere at 32 square miles of this island there are remnants of a fervent history.
On its boulders are carved the greetings of the ancient Greek sailors, thanking the gods for safe harbor. Legend has it that a chapel wedged into a cave was built by a fisherman saved by a giant octopus. Fragile lilies bloom through the iron-colored sand.
In 19th century British Admiralty charts, the letters Syros they look bigger than her Hellas.
Under French protection during the Revolutionary War, the Syros it welcomed merchant refugees from other islands and prospered, building thousands of ships. Seminars and schools. Prints and theaters. Catholics worshiped on the slopes, Greek Orthodox down. These days, with a busy commercial dockyard and population 30.000 resident, it's definitely a work-independent island, completely alive.
Tourists and Greeks every year they visit this island during the summer because of its blue beaches , and of course from the delicious traditional foods of the island.
Ermoupoli is the capital of Syros , Its palatial constructions and neoclassical buildings are unique and cannot be found on any other Cycladic island. As soon as you disembark at the Central port you have the opportunity to relax in one of the many local shops either for a coffee or a meal.
This particular chapel is built on the hill of Galissa. this little church is embraced by the distinct shades of the sky and the sea, the endless view of the Aegean Sea and the sunset that offers us in the afternoon hours is similar to that of Santorini.
Syros is an island that meets the needs of all of us, even music lovers . If you are a history buff take a stroll through the museum of Vamvakaris one of the most important people of our modern times. In the museum you will find part of his history as well as his personal belongings.
The most ideal location if you love the sea and the clear blue waters is the great Gialos.
The beach consists of an endless sandy beach and the water that floods it has unique shades.
This is a relaxing family island, therefore activities in Syros are limited. Most of the beaches of Syros are organized with sunbeds and umbrellas, but they do not have water sports centers with water toys. The countryside of Syros is ideal for cycling. There are a few bike rentals on the island, from where you can rent a bike and explore the beaches and villages. The north side of Syros has dirt roads and is ideal for jeep tours, especially the road to the village of San Michalis.
The majority of Greeks love pasta , if you belong to this percentage stop at a local Syros tavern and try the local pasta with minced meat. The taste of the local lasagna with lemonade beef will take you on a journey to other culinary paths.
The beach consists of an endless sandy beach and the water that floods it has unique shades.
Most places to eat and drink in Syros are in Ermoupolis, the capital, and Ano Syros, the picturesque district at the top of the city. A walk in Ermoupoli and Ano Syros will bring you to elegant restaurants, traditional taverns and great coffee. Such taverns and cafes also line the popular beaches of the island, like Galissas, Azolimnos, the Poseidonia, Kini and Vari. Most of the bars and clubs for a night out are located on the beach road of Hermoupoli
