| INTRODUCTION: |
| Tinos Greece is renowned for its sacred Church of Megalohari, the protector of the island. Tinos is also the birthplace of famous artists. Fine campaniles, marble lintels, and amazing dovecots, decorate every corner of this beautiful island. |
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| TINOS GREECE LOCATION: |
| Tinos is one of the islands of the Cyclades cluster, located at close proximity to Andros and Mykonos, in the middle of the deep blue Aegean. |
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| AREA OF TINOS GREECE: |
| 194 sq.km |
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| POPULATION OF TINOS GREECE: |
| 7800 |
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| CAPITAL OF TINOS GREECE: |
| Tinos Town or Ch ora |
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| MORPHOLOGY OF TINOS GREECE: |
| Tinos Greece is a typical Cycladic island, with fertile plains and rugged hills. Tinos is a lovely island, where natural beauty is plentiful. |
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| SEASONS IN TINOS GREECE: |
| Due to the Church of Megalohari, the island is packed with people from all over the world, especially during the period of August 15, when the Festival of Panagia Megalohari takes place. In general, Tinos is a major tourist resort during the summer months, but is also visited throughout the year due to the Church of Megalohari. |
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| ATTRACTIONS & SIGHTSEEING IN TINOS GREECE: |
SIGHTSEEING IN TINOS GREECE:
While in Tinos Greece, you should definitiely visit:
The Church of Panagia Megalohari, the other churches, the Wall of the Ancient Town, the Monastery of Agia Triada, the amazing dovecots and the village Triandaros in Tinos Town.
The churches of Agia Paraskevi, Agia Triada, Agia Anna, Agios Athanassios and the Monastery of Panagia Katapoliani in Isternia.
The dovecots and the ruins of Ancient Exobourgo, as well as the village Tarabados in Kambos.
The relics of the Neolithic Era and the Graves of the Geometrical Era in Kardiani.
The Sanctuary of Poseidon and Amphitriti in Kionia.
The Church of Agios Ioannis in Komi.
The spring, the house of Giannouis Halepas, the Monastery of Agia Xeni and the churches, as well as the green marble quarries and the sculpture workshops in Pirgos.
The Monastery of Kehrovouni in Steni.
The villages Loutra, Kalloni, Krokos and Volax in Komi.
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MUSEUMS IN TINOS GREECE:
The Archaeological Museum, the Art Gallery and the Tinos Sculpture Gallery in Tinos Town.
The Museum of the Artists of Isternia in Isternia.
The Folklore Museum in Komi.
The Sculpture Museum in Pirgos.
NATURAL SITES IN TINOS GREECE:
The Gastria Cave in Kionia.
The two caves of Panormos. |
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| SPORTS / RECREATION IN TINOS GREECE: |
| If you have a boat, you can visit all the beautiful beaches on Tinos Island. You can dock and refuel in Tinos Town. Beware of the strong winds. |
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| ENTERTAINMENT IN TINOS GREECE: |
| On the island of Tinos, there are many traditional taverns that serve traditional dishes. The major holiday resorts also have bars and clubs. |
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| LOCAL EVENTS IN TINOS GREECE: |
The festival – tribute to the heroes of the Elli takes place, and the Festival of Panagia Megalohari on August 15. The festival of Evagelismos on March 25 and the Festival of Agia Pelagia on July 23 in Tinos Town.
The Festival of Agia Paraskevi on July 26, the festival of Panagia Katapoliani on September 1, the Festival of Stavros on September 14 and the Festival of Agia Thekla on September 24 in Isternia. |
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| LOCAL PRODUCTS IN TINOS GREECE: |
| Wicker baskets in the village Volax, works of art made by the artists of Tinos, marble sculptures in Pirgos and many delicacies. |
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| MAJOR TOWNS / CITIES / VILLAGES IN TINOS GREECE: |
Tinos Town or Chora, Tinos Greece
Along the seafront of Tinos Town, there are restaurants, taverns, pastry shops, and tourist stores, while if you walk up the central road, passing through picturesque alleys and traditional houses, you will reach the magnificent Church of Megalohari.
Isternia, Tinos Greece
Perched on a slope, with magnificent view, the village of Isternia is one of the most attractive spots on the island of Tinos. The half ruined windmills, the marble cobbled roads and the scenic houses, make the already appealing landscape into a breathtaking setting.
Pirgos, Tinos Greece
Pirgos is the most beautiful and impressive village in Tinos and one of the most traditional villages of the Cyclades cluster. Everything is made of marble, giving it an aristocratic air. Pirgos is home to the Fine Arts School and the birthplace of famous artists.
Kardiani, Tinos Greece
Kardiani is a very beautiful village, with running waters and lush vegetation, as well as marble houses and buildings. |
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| TRANSPORTATION IN TINOS GREECE: |
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BY FERRY BOAT:
From Piraeus Port and Thessaloniki Port, ferries depart for Tinos Greece, all year round, but more frequently during the summer. The voyage from Piraeus Port to Tinos Port takes 4 hours and 50 minutes. Speedboats to Syros depart from Rafina Port, as well. Syros is also connected to the Cyclades Islands, the Islands of the NE Aegean, Crete and Skiathos.
Syros Greece Sea Travel Information:
Piraeus Port: +30 210 4226000 to 03
Tinos Port: +30 22830 22348
Rafina Port: +30 22940 22487 or +30 22940 22300
Thessaloniki Port: +30 2310 531505 |
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| USEFUL TELEPHONE NUMBERS FOR TINOS GREECE: |
Tinos Police Department: +30 22830 22255
Tinos Tourist Police: +30 22830 23670
Tinos Town Hall: +30 22830 22234
Tinos Taxi Station: +30 22830 22470
Piraeus Port: +30 210 4226000 to 03
Tinos Port: +30 22830 22348
Rafina Port: +30 22940 22487 or +30 22940 22300
Thessaloniki Port: +30 2310 531505 |
