Third largest Cycladic island after Naxos and Andros, Paros is renowned for its white marble and the beauty of its landscapes. The island is very busy but everyone can find what they are looking for. The church of the Panagia Ekatontapiliani is one of the few Paleochristian basilicas still visible in Greece.

Several coves are located on the side of Agios Fokas, a short distance from the town of Parikia. Parikia is the largest city and the main port of the island (often crowded). The small fishing port of Naoussa, in the north of the island, is a real postcard, with fishermen’s caïques, small tables by the water’s edge, the numerous white alleys all around. The port of Piso Livadi (Marpissa) is located next to the village of Logaras with its golden sands beach. Between the port and Logaras is the chapel of St. George the Thalassite built in the 14th century and possessing the oldest wall murals of the island.

Lefkes is undoubtedly the most beautiful village of the island. It is located in the center of the island. The small villages of Paros are numerous and the back country is very wild. The villages of Marpissa, Kostos and Prodromos will make you discover the heart of the island. The beaches are numerous but very different from each other.

Mostly of fine sand, they allow to bathe in turquoise blue water.

– In the bay of Parikia many beaches follow one another, like those of Livadia and Agios Forkas.

– The small beaches around Kolymbithrès: accessible by boat from the port of Naoussa. Kolymbithès is very crowded but many beaches are hidden in the nearby coves.

– Golden Beach is one of the largest and most beautiful beaches in Paros. It is also an ideal place to practice Windsurfing. The beach welcomes every year the world championships.

– Aliki is also popular for this sport. At the southern tip of the island are beaches that can be reached on foot.

– Molos is located on the west coast. Crystal clear water and fine sand.

Do not miss:
The port of Naoussa, the village of Lefkes, excursion to Antiparos.