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Athens International Airport – Eleftherios Venizelos |
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 National Observatory of Athens |
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| Tinos or Hora (capital) |
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 With 4000 residents, located south on the island and is the capital and the port.
The garden of the Virgin Mother maintains its own identity and aesthetic. Apart from the neoclassical manors and the Cycladic back streets, the local handicrafts, which are on display in different corners, make your walk a pleasant one. Of course, the focus is on the main streets with lots of small shops, restaurants, tavernas and cafes. The wide road sloping gently uphill that takes you from the port to the temple, is lined with shops filled candles, good luck charms, and other memorabilia to take home. This tree-lined road is adorned with busts of the great artists of Tinos. It is definitely worth discovering more about these artists and their work. |
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| Worth seeing |
•The Evangelist Institution. The majestic temple of the Institution is dedicated to the Evangelists of the Theotokou, (Mother of God). The entire building is made of white marble and was constructed in 1823 at the position described by a nun who had a vision of where the icon of the Holy Mother would be found. This icon is now safely on display in the temple whose construction was made possible with the many donations made by, and the volunteer labour supplied from the local islanders. Today the foundation is part of an international pilgrimage of Orthodoxy, and has grown in size to now include another temple on the top of the hill, taking in the view of the island and is called the Temple Evresis (the temple of Discovery). It also includes an outhouse, offices, and a monument in remembrance of the victims from the sinking of the ‘Ellis’. The church Evresis has been built upon the destroyed temple of Agios Ioannis from the early Christian years.
•Archaeological exploration in the same area has brought to light the ruins of an ancient temple and theatre of Dionysios and Poseidon. Located nearby are the Sculpture Museum, the Art Gallery, a wax factory, and a radio station.
•The Archaeological Museum within the vicinity of the church of the Panagia (Virgin Mother) has sculptures from the Temple of Poseidon, pots from different ages, Roman mosaics, and the famous ancient amphoras (jars). Be sure to see the sundial from the Temple of Poseidon.
•The Museum of Tinian Artists, which operates alongside the Evangelist Institution, with works by N.Gizi, G. Halepa, Fitali Bros. Laz. Sohou, I. Voulgari, Matt. Renien, Nick Litra, L. Douka, G. Vitali, Ant. Sohou and others. In honour of all these well deserving artists, the School of the Arts Panormou was established in 1956 and is still running. It also is the only operating school of marble craftsmanship.
•The Art Gallery operates within the grounds of the Institution, opposite the Church Evresis, and has a large selection of artwork on display. There are over 120 works of art and priceless heirlooms, exquisite replicas of masterpieces of the great Renaissance artists.
•The remains of the walls of the ancient town are well maintained in many places, such as along the old road Tripotam – Ktikadou.
•The monastery of the Holy Trinity (Agia Triada) can be found on your way to the beaches of Agios Sostis and Agios Ioannis Porto, and has an immaculately maintained cemetery – its ecclesiastical displays are worthwhile.
•See the fantastic dovecotes that decorate many corners on the island, (there are about 700). These are usually two story buildings decorated with designs on small slate plaques. They were created as houses for doves but they each remain a work of art for which Tinos is world-renowned. |
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| Where to swim |
•Eighteen kilometres of beaches are ready to tickle your fancy. Large sandy beaches with crystal clear waters, pebbles or rocky cliff edges and rock pools for those wanting a challenge. Most are isolated, so for those interested in enjoying a whole beach to themselves, this is the ultimate in relaxation. Of course, there are the organized beaches that can cater to your every desire with cafes, restaurants and tavernas, and offer umbrellas, lounge chairs, and sea sporting activities.
•Close to Hora you can select between the beaches at Stavro, the pebbly beach at Agio Marko, and the large sandy beach at Kionia with a lovely shaded environment in which to enjoy your swim.
•If you are not put off by the 3 - 7 km trip to reach the farthest beaches, then you can select between the holiday resorts at Agio Sostis, Agio Fokas, and Agio Ioannis Porto.
•The farthest away but also the best beaches are at Pahia Ammos and Lihnaftia. |
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| Énterested |
•Tinos has a restaurant for every mood and every occasion. Do not forget to try the locally made cheeses and smoked ham (known locally as loules).
•At the cake shop, Mesklies, try the almond sweets for which they are well known.
•The restaurant Mesklies has breakfast, Greek cuisine, spaghetti, and superb pizzas.
•The nightlife on Tinos has its own style - enjoy yourself at Palazzo, at Sibylla and Papyro. |
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