Agios Nikolaos: The Blue-Domed Orthodox Cathedral of Ermoupoli on Syros

Agios Nikolaos: The Blue-Domed Orthodox Cathedral of Ermoupoli on Syros

Agios Nikolaos is the main Orthodox cathedral of Ermoupoli, the capital of Syros in the Cyclades. The church stands above the Vaporia district, where sea-captain mansions line the rock, and its blue dome and twin bell towers form the first landmark that ships see on approach. The cathedral rises a short climb above Ermoupoli and … Read more

Agios Nikolaos: The Northern Port of Zakynthos

Agios Nikolaos: The Northern Port of Zakynthos

Agios Nikolaos sits on the northeast coast of Zakynthos, in the Volimes area, serving as the main gateway to the sights of the northern coast. This small port should not be confused with the larger town of the same name on Crete. The harbour buzzes with boats heading to the sea caves of the north … Read more

Kritsa: Crete’s Traditional Village Above Agios Nikolaos

Kritsa: Crete's Traditional Village Above Agios Nikolaos

Kritsa spreads across a steep hillside in the Lasithi region of eastern Crete, its whitewashed houses and narrow lanes climbing the slope just minutes inland from the coast. This large traditional village has long been celebrated for its woven textiles, embroidery, herbs and local oil, with craft shops lining the streets. The Byzantine church of … Read more

Firopotamos Milos

Firopotamos Milos

Firopotamos is a tranquil fishing village on the north coast of Milos, with a sheltered golden beach, clear turquoise water, traditional boat houses and a whitewashed church on the rocks. Explore it with tours, boat trips and tickets from My Greece Tours. Firopotamos is a serene village-and-beach highlight of the Milos travel guide. The sections … Read more