Paros Island is located in the Aegean Sea and belongs to the Kiklada archipelago.
In size, it can be attributed to the Middle Islands - its area is about 200 square kilometers, it is much less than such "giants", as Crete or Rhodes, but not so small, as, for example, aegin.
Previously, he was called Mino and was a major trading and cultural center of the Cycladic Islands, using for trade with neighboring countries.
Currently, Paros is one of the tourist centers in the Greek Islands.
Features of the rest on Paros, its pros and cons
First of all, there are excellent conditions for the beach rest - the rain on the island is practically no (especially in the summer), the temperature is hot, but not too (40 degree heat on the island you also do not meet), in the presence of many sandy beaches And the sea is clean and warm.
In addition, in July and August, the wind is blowing over the island, so it becomes a very popular place for windsurfing.
Hotels in Paros have a lot - there are more than 400 there, so you will be from what to choose. I also note that there are hotels of all categories - from one- and two-star to five-star (their rights are least - or rather three). Prices differ greatly - from 700 rubles per night to a tent of thousands. One way or another, you can go to Paros almost with any budget - from very limited to the largest.
Paros is an ancient island, so it is not surprising that he has a richest cultural heritage.
If you like sightseeing holidays, then look at Paros - there you can visit a number of attractions.
First of all, one of the most ancient temples of all Greece with a hard-acting name of Ekatatapiliani is located on Paros.
The temple was built in the 6th century, and in the legend it was laid Holy Elena. There is also an icon of the Virgin, who is considered a miraculous. A archaeological museum is located very close to the temple (so you can combine visiting these two places). It is one of the most popular museums on the island, because its collection includes ceramic and clay products of classical Greece, antique mosaics, frescoes and more. The pearl of the Collection of the Archaeological Museum is the fresco, depicting Hercules on the hunt.
In addition, the Municipal Center for Arts, Museum of Clay Sculptures, is located on Paros
Folklore Museum (there you can see national clothes, household items and get acquainted with the culture of the inhabitants of the island), as well as the Church of the Byzantine Museum - for fans of church art.
In the village of Lefkas, you can admire the temple of the Holy Trinity, which is fully made of white marble.
In general, as you understood - one of the advantages of Paros is the presence of a large number of attractions - among them and museums, and temples, and the vintage villages. On the island, as they say, there is something to see, so it is absolutely optionally to be limited to a beach holiday.
Another plus of Paros is the presence of entertainment. First, on the beaches of the island (of course, not at all) you are waiting for water entertainment - diving (there is a school of learning for beginners), watercrew, water skiing, windsurfing and much more. Teenagers, youth, and everyone who loves an active rest is probably to taste.
There are on Paros and water park, which is suitable for both adults and children - there are small slides for small visitors, and more extreme options for sophisticated visitors.
For lovers of club life in the capital of the island and on the coast, nightclubs are working, where you can dance or get acquainted with new people. There are bars there, especially many of them in the area of the Punda Beach, which mostly prefers young people.
There is an airport on Paros, which, however, takes internal flights from Athens. You can get to the island and in water - 2 to 4 hours (time depends on a particular vessel) and schedules. Of course, there are no direct flights from Russia to Paros, but you can get to it on ferry, and by air (with a change in Athens).
So,
Paros advantages:
- Excellent conditions for beach holidays
- A large number of hotels of all categories at different prices
- The presence of a large number of attractions
- Availability of Entertainment (Water Entertainment, Water Park, Clubs and Bars)
- Not bad transport accessibility (you can get on both the plane and ferry)
So,
Cons of Paros:
- Strong winds on some beaches during certain months
- lack of direct flight from Russia
Next, I would like to compare the rest on Paros with rest on other Greek islands - both on small and large.
Crete
Crete is different from Paros, and something similar to it. First of the differences - first, Crete is much more Paros, so there are more resorts and hotels to choose from. Secondly, airplanes fly to Crete from Russia - so it can be reached without transfers. If you like big islands or you would like to get on a plane in Russia, and already come out in Greece, then Crit is suitable for you more than Paros.And a little about similarities - and in Crete, and there are many attractions in Paros, so if the palaces, the ruins and churches of Crete have already been examined, you can switch to Paros and see something new. Even on Paros, as well as in Crete there are entertainment - this is a water park, and nightclubs, and bars. Of course, their smaller than in Crete (the sizes are still different), but nevertheless they are.
Eagina
Aegina is a small Greek island, which differs from Paros almost in all respects. There are few hotels on aege and most of them relate to budget options, there is no airport on aegine and you can only get there by water. Attractions there are significantly less than on Paros, there is no particular entertainment. On Paros there are different hotels at prices, and you can fly there by plane. If you want a quiet and relaxing holiday in a budgetary hotel - choose a egin, and if you would like to see historical places, go to the water park or just have fun - welcome to Paros.