Sikinos map

Capital: Chora

Overview:

Sikinos is a bare and rocky island with a gentle countryside. Its beauty is remained unspoiled and characteristic for a peaceful, secluded island. If you seek for walking in superb natural landscapes, swimming in crystal-clear waters and living in picturesque villages with intense traditional elements, then quiet Sikinos is the ideal choice.

Best Sikinos Sights:

• The Castle of Chora

• Moni Episkopi

• The Chryssopigi Monastery

• The Church of Panagia Pantanassa

Places to visit:

• The Byzantine and Post-Byzantine Exhibition in the Castle

Best Sikinos beaches:

Agios Georgios, Agios Panteleimon, Spilia, Alopronia

Special Events:

• Feast of Panagia Pandanassa ( March 27^th)

The feast includes the icon's litany and transfer to the house of "panigiras" (the person who pays for the feast), where it remains for whole year, next to a candle always lit.

• Feast of Virgin Mary (August 15^th)