CUSTOMS & TRADITIONS

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FOTARIDES

On the 15th of August in the village of Kini all families decorate the exterior of their homes with fires that are lit in small tin cans while the kids are responsible for the decoration of the beach and the surrounding terraces in the same way.

KLIDONAS

According to the custom of Klidonas taking place on June 24th, all the inhabitants of Chroussa gather at an elementary school of the village, light fires and burn the wreaths that have been created on May 1st.

KOULOUMA

Celebrated in several parts of the country, the Koulouma taking place at Galissa are dedicated to the celebration of Clean Monday during which attendees participate in kite-flying contests and continue the festivities with traditional dancing, singing and local dishes.

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HISTORY

Today Syros with its capital Hermoupolis is an island gem with a well-developed economy, tourism and agricultural production while the operation of the shipyard, of public services, of the Department of product and systems design engineering at the University of the Aegean as well, contribute to the long-term development of the island.

Architecture

It is not a surprise that the Queen of the Cyclades stands out for its impressive architectural culture that has predetermined the unparalleled blossoming of the Cycladic civilization

Entertainment

The cosmopolitan island of Syros is a picturesque island offering various choices of entertainment for all tastes and preferences

Museums

Syros is an island famous both for its blooming culture as well as its long history. A history unfolding from ancient times and slowly passing through the industrial heritage, the ecclesiastical Orthodox and Catholic tradition and all the way to the tunes of “rebetika”. A story that is coming alive through the exceptional exhibits in all museums found on the island.

Churches

One of the most unique characteristics of Syros is the typical coexistence of the Orthodox and Catholic religion, a truly unique coexistence reflecting the island’s cosmopolitan and liberal character

Archaeological Sites

In addition to the historical, cultural and nautical heritage that Syros is well known for it is also an island of great archaeological wealth worth discovering

Sightseeing

Syros is a beautiful island of the Cyclades, famous for its incomparable culture and civilization offering an abundance of sights and historical attractions that testify the island’s cultural flourishing over the centuries.

Beaches & Water Sports

The beaches of the island are some of the nicest beaches of the Cyclades meeting the tastes and preferences of all travelers