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Folegandros Excursions: Things to do and to see on Folegandros, Sightseeing, Cyclades

 

 

The picturesque island of Folegandros is one of those little,tranquil islands where mother nature has been bountiful. The island is conspicuous by its crystal clear waters, white washed houses and meandering streets.

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Folegandros offers a wide variety of activities and sites of interest. Have a look below at the things you can do and see while being on this magnificent island!

Below you will find all the Folegandros highlights, fun things to do, the most famous spots and activities on the island, as well as all the information you need when planning a visit to the villages, the beaches and the museums of Folegandros.

For the better understanding of each location you can always check our map.
 
:: Folegandros Chora

Location: East centrally of Folegandros Island
Description: It's a characteristic of this little town, the numerous small squares one will find while strolling around. The Castle is one of the nicest areas of Chora.

Folegandros Chora
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:: Panagia Church of Chora

Location:
On top of a cliff over Chora
Description: The most important and the most popular of all the churches in the island and the principal place of Christian congregation.
Church of Panagia, Folegandros
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:: Karavostasi village

Location:
3 km southeast of Chora
Description: It is the main port of Folegandros and a modern resort village, with a few fish taverns and cafes.
Nearest beach: Karavostasi
Karavostasi village
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:: Agali Beach

Location:
5 km west of Folegandros Chora
Description: A popular sandy beach offering sea sports, umbrellas and sun-beds for rent, easily accessed by boat.
Nearest village: Agali
Agali beach
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:: Ano Meria village

Location:
5 km northwest of Chora
Description: It almost seems like a giant picked up a bunch of houses and threw them there at random. Do not miss the folk museum.
Nearest beach: Agali
Ano Meria village
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:: Ambeli Beach

Location:
8 km north-west of Chora
Description: A rather small quiet beach, mostly with pebbles and some rocky spots.
Nearest village: Ano Meria


Ambeli beach
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:: Ligaria Beach

Location:
Located 8 km north-west of Folegandros
Description: Small and beautifull beach with pebbles
Nearest village: Ano Meria


Ligaria beach, Folegandros
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:: Chryssospilia Cave

Location:
On the northeastern side of Folegandros
Description: Chryssospilia cave is an impressive natural monument, reachable only by boat. The findings in the cave include remnants of human skeletons, broken vases, a Roman cistern, beautiful stalactites and potsherds.

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:: Ancient Sanctuary of Artemis

Location: Where the Church of Panagia is built
Description: The site of the ancient sanctuary of Artemis is the place where the Church of the Assumption was built. Artemis was a patron Goddess of Sparta, associated with warriors, and adolescence.

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:: Ecological and Folklore Museum

Location: In Ano Meria village
Description: This unique museum maintains a perfect blend of ancient and modern tastes providing a cultural insight into the island’s traditional life. Visitors will be also able to see an old threshing floor, remains of an olive press and a primitive wine press.


>> Info & Pictures of: Ecological and Folklore Museum  
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