Things to do in Astypalaia

Astypalea Mills

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Acropolis of Athens

• Explore one of the world's most important architectural heritage sites • Uncover the history as you walk amongst amazing ruins • See the imposing columns of the Parthenon – the most imitated building in the world △The Acropolis is located southwest of the center of Athens, perched on the top of the Acropolis hill more than 150 meters high. It is a landmark of the city and a symbol of ancient Greece. The Acropolis was built in 580 BC. Acropolis means "high city-state" in Greek. The east, south and north sides of the hill are cliffs, which can be said to be a natural barrier. △[Temple of Erechtheion] Legend has it that it was the place where Athena and Poseidon, the god of the sea, battled wits over being the protector of Athens. This temple is famous for its six caryatids on the south side. △On the top of the Acropolis, there are ruins and cliffs, and you can feel every trace of history.

Castle of Astypalea (Querini Castle)

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Oia

Oia is built along the cliff, with white-walled, blue-domed houses and churches layered along the inner cliffs of the caldera. The sunset is an iconic view here. Every evening, tourists follow the main path to the western end of the town, where there are two main viewing spots: one is the seaside platform next to the castle ruins, where the remaining stone tower walls hang over the cliff edge, offering a wide view; the other is the small square below the windmills, where several traditional windmills stand out in silhouette against the sunset. The town is also worth exploring slowly during the day. Walking along the cliff path through the narrow white alleys, you will pass several blue-domed churches, including the three connected blue domes that are a common sight on postcards. Several old-fashioned windmills stand at the northern end of the town, which is another iconic view.

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Camping Astypalaia

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