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|  IOS (Village) KYKLADES |
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Ios (Chora)
The island's capital is Chora, a typical Cycladic town, with its traditional white houses, especially in the well preserved old part. It sprawls over the hill which dominates Gialos, with its small white houses, windmills, narrow roads, and country churches.
At the top of Chora we see the church of Saint Nikolaos surrounded by the ruins of a medieval castle. Down from the castle, on a craggy rock with a panoramic view, is the Byzantine church of the Virgin Marie Gremiotissa, dedicated to the Assumption.
The place now occupied by the actual city was the site of the ancient town, of which, nowadays, very little has survived. Between the church of Saint Ekaterini and the small church of the Saints Anargiri, we find the market which was built on the site of the town's ancient agora (marketplace).
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| | IOS (Port) KYKLADES |
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Gialos
Ormos (Little Malta) is the well protected harbour of the island. The village is located 2 km to the west of Chora. The inhabitants call it Gialos. In Ormos we can find the newly created Health Centre of Ios. The first view on the port presents an unforgettable picture to the visitor, with the white sails of the boats during daytime, and the twinkling lights of Gialos against the velvet sky at night.
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| | KOUMBARA (Settlement) IOS |
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Koumpara
For the past few years, the road on the left side of the harbour, leading from "Chrissi Akti" to the beautiful beach of of Koumpara, brings you to a well-known, excellent and well organised beach. Although very close to the harbour (north-west), the water is excellent for swimming. Every possible kind of service caters to your comfort, be it food or accommodation, with, as a bonus, the view on the Aegean Sea with its majestic sunsets.
This place is a must for everyone.
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| | MANGANARI (Settlement) IOS |
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Maganari
The dirt road for Maganari starts at the end of Milopotas beach. Maganari, in the southern part, is one of the beauty spots of the island. Five small beaches, one next to the other, all with golden sand, are waiting for you. It is not surprising that many locals come here during the summer holidays. Moreover, it was here that the film "the Deep Blue" was shot on location. Maganari can be reached by car, motorcycle, bus (three times per day) or by a small boat.
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| | MYLOPOTAS (Settlement) IOS |
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Milopotas
Milopotas is a seaside village with a famous sandy beach, situated 3 km southeast from Chora. In Milopotas, we find a sports centre on the beach with a large choice of activities.
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| | HOMER'S TOMB (Archaeological site) IOS |
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Plakoto
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