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The Cyclades, a magical island complex in the Aegean Sea between Attica and Crete, have since ancient times been a bridge for the development of trade and the spread of culture.
The islands owe their distinctive shape to earthquakes and volcanic eruptions, culminating in the eruption of the volcano of Thera (17th–16th century BC).
Mythology states that the Cyclades took their name from the nymphs of the same name, whom Poseidon transformed into rocks.
The Early Cycladic Civilization covers the 3rd millennium BC. In 1830, the Cyclades were incorporated into the newly established Greek State.
A temperate climate with mild winters (10°–16°C) and cool summers (24°–30°C). The “meltemi” winds cool the hot days.
A trademark is the contrast between the white of the houses and the blue of the Aegean. A model for the modern architectural movement.
Marble carving, ceramics, local gastronomy. Wedding, Easter, Christmas, and Carnival customs always alive. must-visit
The traditional buildings in the Cyclades, fully harmonized with the natural environment, are built in recesses and on rocks, using cavities for cisterns and storage spaces.
Each island has its own architectural peculiarities: cave dwellings, tower houses, villages with tiled roofs, and settlements in the form of a castle.
The visitor encounters on all the Cycladic islands remarkable monuments and buildings of both rural and cultural heritage.
Dovecotes, windmills, watermills, threshing floors, bridges, monasteries, “syrmata” (traditional boat mooring spaces), and many more.
The Cycladic islands are a meeting place for people from all over the world. They combine geographical contrasts, history, landscapes of rare natural beauty, Cycladic hospitality, cuisine made from local products, traditions, and culture.
Synonymous with the Greek summer, the Cyclades are the dream of thousands of vacationers and one of the most popular holiday destinations.
