Cyclades Guide - Escale Yachting

Archaeological Museum in Chora. The fortification walls of the citadel are
salvaged, while ruins of the ancient port can be still seen in the sea. The
Archaeological Museum of Paleopoli operates in the area. In Melida, a
location rich in waterways and vegetation, lies the Taxiarchis church from the
10th century, where a mural of the Virgin Mary holding the Infant Jesus (12th
century) can be seen on the altar.
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For action-lovers
Andros's wonderful beaches offer many alternatives for good swimming,
diving in magical waters and underwater fishing. The most beautiful ones
include "Pidima tis Grias", which demonstrates striking erosion formations on
the rocks, the beach of Gavrio, Fellos bay, Chrysi Ammos, the beaches in
Batsi, Agia Marina, Paleopoli, the Korthi bay, Agia Ekaterini, and the bays of
Kalamonari and Bouro.
The waters of Andros are ideal for friends of water sports for sailing, surfing,
canoeing or water skiing. An international sailing competition takes place on
the last weekend of every August, organised by the Andros Yacht Club.
Celebrations and festivities
Andros has a great variety of festivities, showing off its cultural tradition whilst
offering many opportunities for spontaneous celebrations and fun at the
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Batsi, an old fishermen's village on the west coast of Andros, is currently the
largest tourism centre of the island. Sights include the 14th century
Zoodochos Pigi Monasteryy, where holy vessels and numerous manuscripts
are kept.
In the village of Remata in Katakilos visitors can see the renovated olive press
of Lembesis.
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