"...And a distant bell dyes with indigo the sky. Like the voice of semantron travelling through the stars"
Nikos Gatsos, Amorgos

The island

The villages and housing estates of Amorgos are spread along the length of the entire island, with extensive road and footpaths coverage, and they worth visiting during one's stay, since each one of them has something special to offer to the overall travelling experience. Discover the tradition, wonder around the evolution of Cycladic architecture and become familiar with Amorgean nature. You can use road transport though we strongly suggest hiking in the labeled footpaths network of the area. You will be plesantly surprised.
The visitor will have the chance to come to grips with the island's tradition and history, with feasts and archeological sites, to enjoy local flavors and products and to swim in the clear, azure waters of Aegean Sea, in the various beaches that surround the island.

The three ancient cities of Amorgos

  • Minoa, by road transport or hiking from Katapola
  • Ancient Arkesini, Kastri, by hiking from Vroytsi (Kato Meria)
  • Αncient Aegiali, Thesi Vigla, by hiking from Tholaria (Aegiali)
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  • Ancient Tower Richti, on the road of Chora - Aegiali
  • Prehistoric house estate of Markiani, on the road of Chora - Kato Meria
  • Ancient Hydromanteion (Water Oracle) of Apollon God, on the road of Chora - Kato Meria
  • Agia Triada Tower,Arkesini (Kato Meria)

    • Points of interest

  • Archeological Museum of Amorgos
  • Venetian Castle in Chora
  • Monasteries of Panagia Chozoviotissa, Agios Georgios Valsamitis and Agios Ioannis Theologos
  • Asfontilitiswith the rock carvings, on the road of Chora - Aegiali
  • Katapola Water Dam
  • Bauxite mine (inactive) and Oak Forest of Pappas on Kroukelos mountain, Aegiali area

    • Suggestions & Activities

  • Hiking excursions in the path network of the island can be organized with the assistance of an experienced and accredited mountain guide and you will have the chance to combine night sky watching, agricultural visits, religious tourism or visits to various archeological sites. (You will have the opportunity to come in contact with the tradition and the history of the island while visiting the generous Amorgean nature and its beautiful beaches.)
  • Visitors will also have the opportunity to schedule therapeutic and relaxing massage sessions as well as meditation, tai chi and yoga, qi gong classes delivered by certified specialists , either in our or their beautiful and relaxing space in the Aegiali area.
  • Nearby the accommodation there functions a training club for diving and canoe kayak, run by an experienced trainer who, along with safety and a pleasant atmosphere, will offer you an unparalleled swimming experience of diving and exploration of the famous and rich sea beds in the deep blue of the Aegean Sea.
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