In brief
Serifos is an island gem with numerous sandy beaches and a beautiful capital perched on the top of a steep hill. The rocky coastline is deeply indented with an alteration of coves and bays. The island has a unique atmosphere and attracts an increasing number of visitors.
General Information
Bare, undulating hills interspersed with small, fertile valleys cover this picturesque island. The rocky coastline is deeply indented with a succession of coves and bays.
According to mythology, Serifos was the home to the hero Perseus who cut off the head of the mermaid (gorgon) Medusa - the only mortal of the three mermaid sisters who had living snakes for hair and glance which turned men to stone. Curious rock formations resemble human figures that call this myth to the mind -the prehistoric inhabitants of the island that had been turned to stone.
Serifos is an island gem with numerous sandy beaches and a beautiful capital perched on the top of a steep hill. The rocky coastline is deeply indented with an alteration of coves and bays. The island has a unique atmosphere and attracts an increasing number of visitors.
General Information
Bare, undulating hills interspersed with small, fertile valleys cover this picturesque island. The rocky coastline is deeply indented with a succession of coves and bays.
According to mythology, Serifos was the home to the hero Perseus who cut off the head of the mermaid (gorgon) Medusa - the only mortal of the three mermaid sisters who had living snakes for hair and glance which turned men to stone. Curious rock formations resemble human figures that call this myth to the mind -the prehistoric inhabitants of the island that had been turned to stone.
Ferries call at Livadi, the sheltered port on the eastern side of the island, where there is a long, horseshoe-shaped sandy beach.
Perched on the top of a steep hill, Hora or Serifos, the main town of the island, with its little cube-shaped houses and churches in the island style, with its Venetian castle above, looks like a fairytale town.
The fortress-like monastery of the Archangels (Moni Taxiarhon), near the village of Galani, which houses some fine wall-paintings and important books and manuscripts, is of special interest.
The village of Panagia (which takes its name – meaning “Our Lady” – from the dedication of a fine 10th century church) commands a panoramic view of the whole island.
However, it is a charm all of its own, something in the unique “atmosphere” of the island, which attracts an ever-increasing number of visitors from Greece and abroad.
Sightseeing
The capital, Ξ—ora, has an ancient citadel, which has been used through history to protect the locals from pirates and foreign invaders. Here, there is also an archaeological museum and a church from the 18th century.
The monastery Taxiarchon is not open for the public, but is quite impressive even from outside. It dates back to the 16th century.
Perched on the top of a steep hill, Hora or Serifos, the main town of the island, with its little cube-shaped houses and churches in the island style, with its Venetian castle above, looks like a fairytale town.
The fortress-like monastery of the Archangels (Moni Taxiarhon), near the village of Galani, which houses some fine wall-paintings and important books and manuscripts, is of special interest.
The village of Panagia (which takes its name – meaning “Our Lady” – from the dedication of a fine 10th century church) commands a panoramic view of the whole island.
However, it is a charm all of its own, something in the unique “atmosphere” of the island, which attracts an ever-increasing number of visitors from Greece and abroad.
Sightseeing
The capital, Ξ—ora, has an ancient citadel, which has been used through history to protect the locals from pirates and foreign invaders. Here, there is also an archaeological museum and a church from the 18th century.
The monastery Taxiarchon is not open for the public, but is quite impressive even from outside. It dates back to the 16th century.
Beaches
Magnificent beaches such as Mega Livadi, Koutalas, Agios Sostis, Psili Amos, Agios Ioannis, Sikamia can be found all around the island.
Useful Information
(Area 73 sq. km. Distance from Piraeus 70 nautical miles)
How to get there
By sea from Piraeus
Piraeus Port Authority: +30 2104226000-4, +30 2104114005
Useful telephone numbers
Area Code: +30 22810
Municipal Office: 51210
Police: 51300
Port Authority: 51470
Health Center: 51202
How to get there
By sea from Piraeus
Piraeus Port Authority: +30 2104226000-4, +30 2104114005
Useful telephone numbers
Area Code: +30 22810
Municipal Office: 51210
Police: 51300
Port Authority: 51470
Health Center: 51202
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