Free activities on Paros
Suggestions for free activities on Paros
Paros Park:
Discover the well marked paths leading you through an amazing environment with a beautiful view over the Aegean sea.
https://www.parospark.com/
Byzantine Path
Walk along the Byzantine Road from the small inland village of Lefkes to the fishing harbor of Piso Livadi. Walking upon the ancient marble stones of a road, laid in Christian Roman times, absorbing wonderful views and vistas amidst wild sage and thyme, stumbling upon the peaceful solitude of a marble-clad graveyard.
http://paroshikes.com/the-lefkes-marpissa-valley-walks-hikes/
The Volcano of Lord Somarippa and Captain Barbarossa
Found in the east of Marpissa, north of Piso Livadi, it is the symbol of the region. It is the remains of a dormant volcano, which was built as a Venetian Castle for Lord Somarippa. However the castle fell into the hands of legendary pirate Barbarossa in 1537. On the hill you’ll find the Monastery of St Anthony, open during the morning in the summer months only. Visitors can enjoy panoramic views of surrounding islands like Naxos, Koufonisia, Iraklia, Ios and the Aegean Sea. The hill also has rich flora and a variety of aromatic plants that create a unique cocktail of beautiful scents, which many locals include in recipes.
The church of Panagia Ekatontapiliani is located just a few meters from the port of Paroikia. It is one of the best-preserved byzantine monuments in Greece. According to the legend, the original church was constructed by Constantine, first Emperor of Constantinople, after the offering of his mother, Helene.
https://www.theguardian.com/travel/2016/oct/06/paros-greece-madonna-icon-church-of-100-doors
Agios Giorgos (Marpissa):
The monastery of Agios Giorgos has been fully renovated during the last years. The beautiful and peaceful atmosphere of the nature with its huge Cypress and Platanos trees and the stunning view to the east of Paros, over the sea to Naxos will become an unforgettable experience for all visitors.
Agi Anargyri (Paroikia):
The church of Agi Anargyri high above Paroikia offers a panoramic view over the bay and port of the maintown Paroikia. The best time to visit this church is in the late afternoon not to miss the absolutely unique sunset.
Tris Ekklisies:
On the way to Naoussa from Paroikia lies the Tris Ekklisies, the Three Churches. Under the remains of the three churches from the 17th century, an early Christian basilica from the 6th – 7th century A.D was found. Ancient material was used in the construction of the basilica and after the building ceased to function, the area was used as a cemetery. In antiquity, the Archilocheion, the hereon or hero shrine to the poet Archilochus, once stood here.
Ancient Marble Quarries
An interior road from Lefkes and Marpissa that passes by the side of a mountain ultimately leads to the renowned marble quarries of Marathi, in Paros. This is the place where one of the finest varieties of marble is found. The Parian marble was much preferred by the renowned Greek sculptors largely due to its transparency and fine consistency.
Dilion
The Dilion is located on top of a hill above Livadia area in Paroikia. There are the remains of temples dedicated to Apollo and Artemis constructed in the 8th century BC. The location of the Dilion is situated such as the island of Delos, the birthplace of Apollo, can be seen.
Ancient Cemetery
Near the port of Paroikia, the ancient cemetery dates between the geometric PERIODS (8TH century BC) to the roman period (2nd century ad). During its use, it served as the most important burial site of the Cyclades with most of the deceased coming from the second half of the 7th century BC.
Moni Longovardas
Was built in 1638 and is located at a distance of about 7 km from Paroikia South East of Kamares. Access is allowed to men only and the monastery offers a library of great value. The monastery offers agiografia workshop where they teach how to paint byzantine icons.
Moraitis Winery
The beautiful town of Naoussa is home to the Paros Moraitis Winery. The family winery was founded in 1910 and has since passed from generation to generation. The renovated premises that house the winery since 2001 include the winemaking center, production and storage areas while at the old winery building the wine cellars, the wine museum and the wine tasting hall can be visited.
Kalogeros Mud Beach
Follow the uphill, dirt road behind Molos beach, among the cedars and you will see a cove surrounded by high rocks. The name Kalogeros means monk; the beach was named after a particular monk of the island. The interesting thing of Kalogeros is “The natural skin care” available from the clay of the rocks, known as argylos.
Trekking/Hiking
Discover the well marked paths leading you through an amazing environment with a beautiful view over the Aegean sea.
https://www.parospark.com/
Byzantine Path
Walk along the Byzantine Road from the small inland village of Lefkes to the fishing harbor of Piso Livadi. Walking upon the ancient marble stones of a road, laid in Christian Roman times, absorbing wonderful views and vistas amidst wild sage and thyme, stumbling upon the peaceful solitude of a marble-clad graveyard.
http://paroshikes.com/the-lefkes-marpissa-valley-walks-hikes/
The Volcano of Lord Somarippa and Captain Barbarossa
Found in the east of Marpissa, north of Piso Livadi, it is the symbol of the region. It is the remains of a dormant volcano, which was built as a Venetian Castle for Lord Somarippa. However the castle fell into the hands of legendary pirate Barbarossa in 1537. On the hill you’ll find the Monastery of St Anthony, open during the morning in the summer months only. Visitors can enjoy panoramic views of surrounding islands like Naxos, Koufonisia, Iraklia, Ios and the Aegean Sea. The hill also has rich flora and a variety of aromatic plants that create a unique cocktail of beautiful scents, which many locals include in recipes.
Churches and monasteries
Ekatontapiliani (Paroikia):The church of Panagia Ekatontapiliani is located just a few meters from the port of Paroikia. It is one of the best-preserved byzantine monuments in Greece. According to the legend, the original church was constructed by Constantine, first Emperor of Constantinople, after the offering of his mother, Helene.
https://www.theguardian.com/travel/2016/oct/06/paros-greece-madonna-icon-church-of-100-doors
Agios Giorgos (Marpissa):
The monastery of Agios Giorgos has been fully renovated during the last years. The beautiful and peaceful atmosphere of the nature with its huge Cypress and Platanos trees and the stunning view to the east of Paros, over the sea to Naxos will become an unforgettable experience for all visitors.
Agi Anargyri (Paroikia):
The church of Agi Anargyri high above Paroikia offers a panoramic view over the bay and port of the maintown Paroikia. The best time to visit this church is in the late afternoon not to miss the absolutely unique sunset.
Tris Ekklisies:
On the way to Naoussa from Paroikia lies the Tris Ekklisies, the Three Churches. Under the remains of the three churches from the 17th century, an early Christian basilica from the 6th – 7th century A.D was found. Ancient material was used in the construction of the basilica and after the building ceased to function, the area was used as a cemetery. In antiquity, the Archilocheion, the hereon or hero shrine to the poet Archilochus, once stood here.
Archeological Sight Seeing
Ancient Marble Quarries
An interior road from Lefkes and Marpissa that passes by the side of a mountain ultimately leads to the renowned marble quarries of Marathi, in Paros. This is the place where one of the finest varieties of marble is found. The Parian marble was much preferred by the renowned Greek sculptors largely due to its transparency and fine consistency.
Dilion
The Dilion is located on top of a hill above Livadia area in Paroikia. There are the remains of temples dedicated to Apollo and Artemis constructed in the 8th century BC. The location of the Dilion is situated such as the island of Delos, the birthplace of Apollo, can be seen.
Ancient Cemetery
Near the port of Paroikia, the ancient cemetery dates between the geometric PERIODS (8TH century BC) to the roman period (2nd century ad). During its use, it served as the most important burial site of the Cyclades with most of the deceased coming from the second half of the 7th century BC.
Moni Longovardas
Was built in 1638 and is located at a distance of about 7 km from Paroikia South East of Kamares. Access is allowed to men only and the monastery offers a library of great value. The monastery offers agiografia workshop where they teach how to paint byzantine icons.
Different tastes and styles
Moraitis Winery
The beautiful town of Naoussa is home to the Paros Moraitis Winery. The family winery was founded in 1910 and has since passed from generation to generation. The renovated premises that house the winery since 2001 include the winemaking center, production and storage areas while at the old winery building the wine cellars, the wine museum and the wine tasting hall can be visited.
Kalogeros Mud Beach
Follow the uphill, dirt road behind Molos beach, among the cedars and you will see a cove surrounded by high rocks. The name Kalogeros means monk; the beach was named after a particular monk of the island. The interesting thing of Kalogeros is “The natural skin care” available from the clay of the rocks, known as argylos.
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