Serifos is a small island that belongs to western Cyclades. Geographically, it is located between the islands of Kythnos and Sifnos and it is only 3 hours ferry ride from Piraeus.
Sandy beaches and picturesque coves dot the landscape of the island. The inland is pretty wild and has some small hills. The highest peak of Serifos is Troulos, at 587 m. |
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only in summer.
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The geography of Serifos distinguishes for the mines located on the western side of the island, near Megalo Livadi.
These mines were very popular in the ancient times and provided Greece with material to construct houses and tempels. Its exploitation started again in the late 19th century. Today, they are closed. |
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