ISLAND

Tinos: The “special” Cycladic  island

The first connotation that we do when we talk about Tinos is the famous Virgin Mary of Tinos, the miraculous, according to the Christian tradition, icon that attracts thousands of pilgrims every year. But Tinos is not only that. The sacred island of Virgin Mary is a special place with authentic traditional character without the touristic and cosmopolitan showcase that features other islands. “The island of the artists” many people qualify as long as it has a long tradition in folk art, which is reflected in a special way to the aesthetics of the island. Picturesque villages, chapels, monasteries, museums, windmills and beaches with gold sand which retain their pristine natural beauty, are some of the features of this unknown "diamond" of the Cyclades.

Walk in the town

The traditional Cycladic beauty is matched uniformly with the modern requirements in the town of Tinos. Trendy restaurants, cafes, bars and nightclubs "live together" with a number of remarkable sights, museums and graphics neighborhoods. Landmark of the area is the impressive marble church of Panagia Evaggelistria built in 1923 on the spot where the icon of Virgin Mary was found, which is considered to be work of Saint Luke. To expand your historical knowledge on Tinos worth visiting the Archaeological Museum where you will see remarkable finds from various parts of the island. We also recommend a walk around the picturesque area Pallada, the Pigeons and the marble outdoor theater in the village Volax.

Campos

10km outside the town we meet the traditional village of Campos. By exploring the area you can visit the picturesque windmill of Kosmas and the churches of Agia Triada and Agia Ekaterini that stand out for their architecture. Your impressions will steal the pigeons that are real carvings and monuments of folk art creation. Campos overlooks at the hill of Xobourgo. This is the famous rock that was built in the medieval capital of Tinos, which flourished in ancient times. On the same site built by the Venetians the castle, the ruins of which still survive.

Kionia

Just 3 km from the town are Kionia the most popular tourist resort of Tinos. An ideal choice for those who want to combine the entertainment with a visit to important archaeological sites. Here you will find the ruins of the ancient temple of Poseidon and Amphitrite, the Cave of Gastrion and the ruins of the ancient theater.
Komi, Pirgos,Steni  and Ysternia are other villages to explore during your stay on the island. You will be enchanted by their unique natural Cycladic beauty and their impressive sights.

Beaches like a painting!

The beaches of Tinos retain their natural beauty, crystal clear waters and beautiful sandy beaches. Other organized and other more remoted, satisfy all tastes and impress the visitors of the island. Examples are: Agios Ioannis Porto Agios Sostis, Agios Fokas, Kiona, Agios Petros Kolimbithra, Isternion Beach, Panormos Beach, Agia Thalassa, Pachia ammos, Santa Margarita, Agios Dimitrios, Apothikes, Volia, Giannaki, Kalyvia, Aspros Gialos, Agios Romanos, Panousa, orni, Stauros, Agios Markos.

Flavours of Tinos

During your stay in Tinos not miss to taste caper garlic, artichokes, garlic sausages from local pork, fried dried tomato, garlic beans, marathokeftedes, froutalia, and of course dairy products. You will accompany them with the wine, raki or ouzo.

Events

Grand pilgrimage takes place on August 15 in honor of the Virgin Mary, at the same time is celebrated the torpedo of submarine "Ellie" from the Italians at the beginning of World War II. At the heart of religious events the island is turned on March 25, where a large celebration is organized. During the summer, are also organized cultural and sports events. Important festival is the 'Hoirosfagia" that take place the first months of winter.

Useful information

How to get there:
By ferry from Piraeus to 6 hours and 30 minutes
By ferry from Rafina to 4 hours and 30 minutes
By ferry from Thessaloniki to 12 hours and 30 minutes
By dolphin from Rafina in 1 hour and 30 minutes

Internal transport:
Buses and taxis connect the villages of Tinos between them and the country.
You can rent or car or motorbike.
Worth doing excursions by boat to reach impressive locations not accessible by land.

Connections with nearby locations:
By Ferry Tinos is all year connected to Andros, Paros, Naxos, Mykonos, Santorini, Syros Heraklion, Volos, Greece, Skiathos.
By hydrofoil from Piraeus Tinos is connected to Milos, Sifnos, Ios, Astypalea, Folegandros, Andros, Paros, Naxos, Mykonos, Santorini, Syros, Serifos, Small East Cyclades and Evia (Káristos)

Useful phones:
Municipality of Tinos: 22830-23733, 22830-22237
Port: 22830-22348
Health Center: 22830-22210, 22830-23781
Police: 22830-22255
First Aid: 22830-22210
Bus: 22830-22440, 22830-25700
Railway Station: 22830-22470

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