The Windmills

In the central square of the town you will find the eight traditional windmills. Many events take place there every summer; exhibitions, events etc. The view to the picturesque port of Pera Gialos and the view of the evening sky from the position of the windmills, will definitely take your breath away.

 

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Monastery of Panagia Flevariotisa

All Astypalaia residents love this church. Every February 2nd, the most important feast of the island takes place there in honor of the Presentation of Christ.
Tradition says that a shepherd found the icon of Virgin Mary in a cave near the place where the church stands today. He took the icon to the town only to find out that it had been miraculously returned to the cave the next day. This happened again and again until the residents of the island decided to build the monastery.

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Kounoupes Beach

This is a little islet off the coast of Astypalaia. It is an exotic place which is accessible only by boat from Pera Gialos. A narrow strip of sand connects the two parts of the island and thus creates a beach with two sides. It is definitely worth the visit!

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Tzanaki Beach

One of the most beautiful beaches, with pebbles and relatively deep waters. It is mainly considered as a nudist beach as it is not visible from the main road.

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Kaminakia Beach

This is one of the most famous, organized beaches of the island and you should not miss the opportunity to visit it. It is a sandy beach, combined with small pebbles, and with rocks at its two ends.

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