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Syros
(also called Syra) was named sovereign of Cyclades and nymph of
the Aegean. Homeland of philosopher Ferekydis, teacher of Pythagoras,
Syros is well known since ancient years. The foundation of the medieval
city, built on a hill, is connected with Francs.
The
city is even today one of the island's most beautiful sights with
its pavements and traditional houses that stand one over the other.
Ermoupoli,
capital of the island and the whole Cyclades, a creation of 1821
revolution against Ottoman Turks, is a monument with eminent buildings,
unique architecture and romanticism influenced from the west.
In
the picturesque coastal villages of Kini, Vari, Foinika, Galissa,
Delagratsia, Mega Yialos, with their clean sea, one can enjoy swimming
and eating fresh fish.
The
marvelous sandy beaches and the plenty archaic monuments make Syros
an enviable island worthy to be visited.
The
Temple of Resurrection, at the top of the hill, with its beautiful
view.
The
Churches of Metamorphosis (Metropolis), Koimisi tis Theotokou (with
the Icon of Virgin Mary, painted by El Greco), Ayios Yeoryios (with
famous monuments).
The
Town Hall, at Miaouli square. It is one of the major Town Halls
of Greece, built after the drawings of the famous Bavarian architect
Chiller from 1876 until 1881. In this building is also found the
Archaeological Museum of Syra, where are accommodated a lot of important
discoveries.
The
Municipal Library, where exist infrequent publications with particular
interest for the students.
The
Theatre Apollon, a micrography of Scala of Milan.
The
Temple of Ayios Nicolaos, that is the third biggest church of Greece,
with the reach decoration of its interior.
The
Monument of the Unknown Fighter, at the entry of Ayios Nicolaos
is a unique monument dedicated to the unknown freedom fighters.
The
district Vaporia, next to the sea, with the most beautiful mansion
houses of the city, which have wonderful balconies at their facade
and painted decorations at their interiors. All these show the old
glory of Ermoupolis.
The
temple of Ayios Dimitrios, near the city. There is a custom, according
to which, each time that a boat pass near the church someone rings
the bell and the captain of the boat greets.
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Syros was built after the conquest of the island by the Venecians
in 1207. It still maintains its old form, with the narrow graphic
streets and camaras, the old churches and the old medieval houses.
Because of the Franc conquerors most residents of the town are Catholics.
There is interest on the Catholic Temples of Ayios Ioannis, of Virgin
Mary Karmilou and of Ayios Yeorios. At the top of the hill, behind
Ayios Yeoryios are ruins of the medieval town.
Ermoupolia,
organised every summer from July until August, are cultural events
including concerts, theatre etc.
To
Syros: There is daily coastal connection with Piraeus (4 hours with
a ferry, 2 hours with a catamaran) and air connection with Athens
Airport (25 minutes). There is also coastal connection with other
islands of Cyclades and Dodecanese, as well as with Crete and Thessaloniki.
At
Syros: At the island there is possibility of locomotion with local
buses (tel:2286082575), while there are also rented cars, motorcycles
and ships.
Health
Centre:
2281086666
Pharmacy:
2281082300
Syros Municipality:
2281082500
Police Department:
2281082620
Port Authority:
2281088888
Airport:
2281087025
Gastronomy:
Meat with potatoes cooked in a timber-oven.
You should buy: Loukoumi delights, halva pies, gruyere, handmade
footwear.
Fishing: Fish catches have been decreased due to overfishing.
Sailing: Sailing at the Sailing Club of Syros (tel:2281088666).
Swimming: At Galissa, one of the most famous beaches, at Kini, at
Delfini and at Lia. You can swim also at Grammata, but you have
to reach it with a boat. Other nice beaches are Vari, Azolimnos,
Foinikas and Ahladi.
 
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