Travel Reference
In-Depth Information
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LefkesΛεύκες
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Lovely Lefkes clings to a natural amphitheatre amid hills whose summits are dotted with
old windmills. Siesta is taken seriously here and the village has a general air of serenity.
Just 9km southeast of Parikia, it was the capital of Paros during the Middle Ages. The
village's main attraction is wandering through its pristine alleyways, past beautiful archi-
tecture. The
Cathedral of Agia Triada
is an impressive structure, shaded by olive trees.
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Around Paros
Down on the southeast coast is the attractive harbour and low-key resort of
Piso Livadi
,
where there is a pleasant beach.
Perantinos Travel and Tourism
( 22840 41135;
www.perantinostravel.gr
)
can arrange accommodation, car hire and boat trips to other is-
lands, and also arranges money exchange. There is an ATM next to Perantinos.
Sights & Activities
Paros is a hot favourite for windsurfing and kiteboarding, while the clear waters round
the island make for excellent diving.
There is a fair scattering of beaches around the island's coastline, including Paros' top
beach,
Hrysi Akti
(Golden Beach), on the southeast coast, with good sand and several
tavernas. The area is popular with windsurfers. This is where
Aegean Diving College
(
6932289649, 22840 43347;
www.aegeandiving.gr
)
runs a range of dives of archaeological
runs snorkel diving, excursions and marine environmental courses. Also at Golden
ing, diving, kayaking and wake-boarding sessions.
ANTIPAROS ΑΝΤΙΠΑΡΟΣ
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