![]() In the impressive monastery of Loggovardas visitors can find many remarkable hagiographies and icons. The ancient cemetery in Parikia dating back to the 3rd century BC as well as the sanctuary of the God of Medicine Asklipios, the Delion sanctuary, place of worship of the God Apollo and the church of Agios Konstantinos with the distinctive post-Byzantine icons are also worth visiting. The Frankish castle was built in the 13th century under the Venetian rule and was composed by several structures such as Archaic and classical temples. It is a place of worship also housing the ecclesiastical museum with heirlooms and ecclesiastical works from the Byzantine Era. ![]() The Church of Ekatontapilliani (hundred gates) stands proudly near Parikia’s port and it is considered the jewel of the island and Christianity’s most treasured monument in all of Greece. Most places of interest can be found within the picturesque capital Parikia. Paros Island offers a wide range of attractions from the stunning scenery, the gold sandy beaches and quaint villages to the historical sites and ecclesiastical marvels. Paros is a very scenic island steeped in history and natural beauty with many attractions and a vibrant nightlife for tourists to enjoy. away from Parikia retaining its authentic charm. Naoussa is a quaint fishing village and harbor 10 km. With its narrow paved streets and the white cubic houses reflecting on the azure waters of the Aegean the town of Parikia is a typical picturesque Cycladic settlement with a lively nightlife and wonderful beaches. Parikia is the capital as well as the main port of Paros. ![]() ![]() Due to its ideal wind conditions, its secluded beaches and crystalline waters it a favorable choice for windsurfers and tourists enjoying all kinds of water sports as well as young campers and backpackers. Paros Island attracts thousands of visitors every year but it is still not as cluttered as other islands in the Cyclades. It is one of the most popular holiday destinations of the Cyclades cluster of islands and the most ideal base for island hoping because of its privileged position west of Naxos and east of Antiparos. The island of Paros is also famous for its excellent tourist infrastructure, the cosmopolitan lifestyle, the crystal clear waters and the sandy sun kissed beaches as well as its quaint fishing villages and the renowned Cycladic architecture with the white cubic houses. ![]()
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