Seeking Wanderland

Paros is a majestic island in the Cyclades, a natural beauty, with both rich history and modern-day delights, a multi- layered destination, which has the ability to provide anything a guest wishes. It is a combination of classic Cycladic architecture, vibrant nightlife, stunning beaches, lovely rural villages, and historical sites that blends modern and traditional aspects in a unique way.

On the island you’ll find stunning natural scenery and 120 kilometers of shoreline, miles and miles of golden sand beaches, lush mountains, and cliff-top communities. Parikia and Naoussa are the island’s two main settlements and the beating center of the island’s nightlife. Both towns feature traditional taverns, magnificent restaurants, and sophisticated bars, which are often packed during the summer.

For a journey back in time pay a visit to the most important early church in the Aegean, the inspiring Panagia Ekatontapiliani (Church of 100 Doors). Ascend to the Venetian fortress near the harbor and explore the medieval villages of Lefkes and Marpissa.

Parian marble was the island’s main source of riches. The island was historically known for its exquisite white marble both hard and flexible, which is one of a kind, unparalleled in its transparency and purity. The Venus de Milo, Hermes of Praxiteles, Nike of Delos, the Temple of Apollo, and the Treasury of Sifnos at Delphi are only a few of the most famous masterpieces carved from this marble. There are abandoned marble quarries and mines on the island today for guests to explore.

On the island there are several beaches to choose from, huge and tiny, secret and well-known. The beaches of Paros are breathtaking! They are sandy, have crystal blue waters, and numerous facilities. Some of the most well-known are Punda, Golden Beach, and Kolybithres. The island’s exceptional wind conditions, courtesy to the “Meltemia” breezes, make it a favorite location for water sports like windsurfing and kite surfing.

Whether you’re looking for a quiet vacation or a thrill-seeking adventure, the various faces of Paros will for sure pleasantly surprise you.