From a distance, Anafi, in the
south-east corner of the Cyclades looks like no more than an isolated
rock in the ocean. According to the myths, the Argonauts sought refuge
from a storm on the island.
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Archaeological
finds have demonstrated that Anafi was inhabited in antiquity.
A road leads from the picturesque harbour of Agios Nikolaos up to
Hora, the only settlement of any size, built on a naturally
amphitheatrical site in the centre of the island. |
The monastery of
Our Lady 'Kalamiotissa' (18th century, standing in the precinct of
a temple of Apollo Aegletus), the Venetian castle near Hora, and
the church of St Athanasius are among the special sights.The beaches of
Anafi, whether sandy or pebbly, are lapped by crystal-clear
water.
The local religious feasts are very lively, and so are the
island dances. |
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A few rooms are available for rent on the island for those
who enjoy quiet holidays close to nature.
There are infrequent ferry sailings for Piraeus |
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