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Tilos Island
Tilos Island
Tilos Island
Tilos Island
Tilos Island
Tilos Island
Tilos Island
Tilos Island
Tilos Island
Tilos Island
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More to see in Tilos Island
Not only those who’re fond of historic sites would love Tilos Island but also the ones who prefer active holidays. The island is quite small, so locals prefer to walk rather than use cars. That is why the majority of more or less large settlements and specific natural objects are connected with each other by footpaths. There are about 20 routes of different length. Basically, you can easily find yourself an activity you would like most – from 2-kilometer-long walks, for instance, a trip from Megalo Chorio to Mikro Horio, to real three-day camping with sleeping under the open sky. Mount Profitis Ilias is the highest local mountain from where you can enjoy a picturesque view of the island. Besides, you can discover the island moving around by bus, too. Or you can go to the capital and rent a bicycle or a car in the local port. The island is a perfect place for bicycle ridings, as traffic here is quite low and, what is more, you can get very close to the most attractions. In case if you’re more interested in discovering secluded bays or remote beaches, then we would recommend you to rent a boat. There are several beaches with diverse facilities – the largest one is right near the capital – as well as about a dozen of solitary places where you can get to only by water transport. Anyway, if you don’t seek for getting as far from civilized world as possible, a beach nearby Livadhia’s port is a pretty good place too. You would find everything you … Read further

Chapters of the guide to Tilos Island

Best beaches

Nearby is the popular sandy Plaka Beach; for many years, it remains a favorite destination among fans of water sports. The small Agios Antonis Beach is located in the charming settlement of the same name. Travelers who love to spend time in solitude would like the place too. Many tourists prefer this miniature beach because of its restaurants and taverns, which are among the best on the island. It’s certainly … Open

Shopping, streets and outlets

Moreover, people can also purchase highly pretty gold and silver jewellery with precious or semiprecious stones. Local craftsmen create it often by an extremely rare nowadays Byzantine technique (only Greek jewellers use such method in modern days). You can buy finished jewellery or order a customized one according to your own design. In addition, some workshops even allow their customers to watch the making … Open

Tilos Island for children - what to visit

If your kid likes pieces of church art or just ancient constructions, then you can visit St. Panteleimon Monastery together. It was built in the 15th century, so those children who have a fancy for history or simply love asking various questions concerning the way people used to live centuries ago should learn something peculiar there. There is one more knight castle near Mikro Horio. It was built in the 14th … Open

Travel guide to Tilos Island

Not far from St. Antonio Bay, there is one more attractive beach – Milos. Water has an unusual azure shade in this area. It is hard to find a more picturesque place on the island. The coastal area offers a truly spectacular panoramic view of the nearby islands. Many come to this beach to admire breath-taking sunsets. Tilos doesn’t have many entertainment centers as all resorts and beaches of the island are … Open

Traditions and mentality of Tilos Island

Locals don’t like working too hard in order to get profit. There is a belief here that money should bring happiness, and if it doesn’t happen, then why does one need money at all? That is why a Greek can easily spend their salary on a cool but needless gadget or to have a good time in a tavern. If locals get some extra money, they don’t invest it most of the times but spend on passing things. … Open

Cuisine and top restaurants

Everybody should definitely try the local dip tzatziki made from yogurt, cucumbers and garlic. It’s usually served with meat or pita – flat unleavened bread. Residents of Tilos Island usually eat pitas with other dishes as well as just as it is (or with various fillings, e.g. meat, fish or vegetables). One of the simplest snacks is gyro which you can buy in local souvlaki places. Gyro is a pita stuffed with … Open

Top sigths of Greece

Peloponnese Peninsula is an important tourist object of Greece. There are many legends connected with the peninsula. Most of them are about the ancient city of Corinth and its grandiose temples and acropolis. The temples of Athena and Apollo have survived in best condition. Both the temples were constructed in the 6th century BC. Macedonia is another popular tourist destination. This part of Greece is not only rich in historic landmarks, but is also very beautiful. Spectacular waterfalls, ruins of ancient settlements, odea and oases – you will see all these and even more in Macedonia. Crete Island is simply adored by travellers as this is a wonderful place with rich history. The most famous sights of the island include Minotaur Labyrinth, Minos Palace and around a hundred of other ancient monuments that tell more about Greek gods and heroes. Every city and region in Greece can strike visitors with their rich heritage and share many interesting stories about past centuries. … Open

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