Visual arts go hand in hand with Tinos island. You can find speckles of art everywhere; from embossed details in homes to pigeonniers and of course the many art galleries. Vacationing on the island you will have many interesting things to see.

First of all, the Cultural Foundation of Tinos (www.itip.grand telephone 22830 24742) in Chora, hosts many notable exhibitions of visual arts (painting, sculpture, etc.) along with the permanent exhibition dedicated to Giannoulis Halepas.

Adding to that, at the Lady of Tinos - Evaggelistrias Temple ( Panagia tis Tinou) you will find the Gallery, with paintings of remarkable Greek and foreign artists and the Museum of Tinian Artists, with Lytras' and Gaitis' paintings and Giannoulis Halepas', Filippotis' and other important artists' sculptures.

Do not forget to visit the Museum of Panormos Artists and the Giannoulis Halepas Museum to admire exquisite sculptures that will make your jaw drop, as well as the newest museum Tsokli in Kampos village that also features an art library and creative programs for children and adults.

Art exhibitions take place at several points on the island, as Tinos truly is an open air museum with scattered artifacts waiting to be discovered.

More information on exhibitions and art on the island can be found in the Municipality of Tinos and the number 22833 60100.