Agios Georgios beach is in the eastern part of Sikinos.

The beach of Agios Panteleimon is small and covered with pebbles. In the clear waters you can swim in peace, and if you haven't catered for shade, you should seek it in a small cave that exists in the region.

To reach Agios Panteleimonas you will have to walk following the island's trails. Another preferable and certainly more convenient way to approach it is from the sea.

Dialiskari beach is in the eastern part of Sikinos island.

The beach is small, surrounded by rocks. In the clear waters you will enjoy a lovely swim, while you will also find shade under the umbrellas.

Agios Georgios beach is in the eastern part of Sikinos.

The beach of Agios Georgios is the second largest on the island. It is covered with sand and pebbles and has crystal clear waters. Here you will find tamarisk-trees that will offer their shade in between dips, and the small chapel of Agios Georgios, from which the beach was named.

In the area there is also a tavern to enjoy a great meal after your swim.

Alopronia beach is in the eastern part of Sikinos island.

The beach is in front of the homonymous settlement and is the largest in the entire Sikinos. The fine sandy beach and the shallow blue waters promise a delightful swim. Alopronia beach is organized with sun beds and umbrellas, being an ideal choice for families.

Here, you will find several restaurants, cafes and bars to enjoy a meal, coffee or a drink after swimming.

Once you arrive in Sikinos, besides your own vehicle, you can move around the island with the local bus or one of the boats that will take you to the beaches. You can also rent a motorcycle.

Sikinos can be reached by ship from the port of Piraeus or through island hopping from any other island in the Cyclades.

If we rely on Greek mythology, Sikinos took its name from Sikinos, son of King Thoas of Lemnos. Legend says that when the women of Lemnos killed in a moment of madness all the men of the island, only Thoas managed to escape and reach the island then known as Inoi. Here he had a son, Sikinos, from which the island acquired its name.

According to experts, Sikinos was already inhabited from the Mycenaean times. Its first inhabitants were probably the Ionians, while Sikinos later joined the Athenian Alliance. Sikinos' story follows the fate of the other islands in the Cyclades passing successively under Roman, Byzantine and Venetian rule. During Venetian, Sikinos along with many other islands in the region became part of the Duchy of Naxos.

In 1537 with the notorious Barbarossa raids in the Cyclades, Sikinos passed into the hands of the Ottoman Empire, from which it would be released with the Greek Revolution of 1821. Sikinos became a part of the newly established Greek state, right from the start.

Sikinos is an island in the Cyclades, between Ios and Folegandros. It has an area of almost 42 square kilometers and it is one of the few islands that still maintains its traditional color. The approximately 250 residents seem unaffected by the tourist fever that has overwhelmed other destinations. So, Sikinos is an ideal destination for anyone wishing to spend peaceful and relaxing holidays.

Arriving in Sikinos by ship, the first thing you will see is the port, Alopronia. This is a scenic and peaceful settlement with taverns and a great beach next to the harbor; a perfect welcome for all visitors. After exploring Alopronia, its time for Chora.

Chora is the capital of the island, divided into two settlements, Chorio and the Castle. The Castle is an old fortified settlement dating back to the 15th century, where you can admire the traditional architecture and the Pantanassa church. Once in Chorio, wander around the narrow streets and visit the Folklore Museum. If you happen to be in Chora during the summer,check the post-Byzantine icons exhibition at the square and specifically in the municipal office. In the winter these icons find refugee in Pantanassa church,
Obviously, Sikinos is in not the cosmopolitan island with thousands of alternatives for accommodation and entertainment. But it is a place that keeps its authenticity, with very hospitable people who will go at great lengths to enure you'll have a good time. Sikinos is an ideal destination for those who want to enjoy peaceful and relaxing holidays in the Cyclades.

Every year many panigiria-feasts and celebrations are organized in Lipsi, full of dancing, singing and feasting.

The most special is the feast of Panagia Charou (Virgin Mary of Death) that takes place in the namesake church on August 23 and the wine feast that is organized towards the end of August. Besides Lipsi have a long tradition in wine making and you should definitely try the local wine...!

Lipsi museum is in the center of the Lipsi village.

The museum is both ecclesiastical, folklore and archaeological. Among its exhibits, you will have the chance to see:

• Religious icons
• Crosses, church objects and vestments
• Local costumes
• Traditional household and agricultural tools
• Coins from different eras
• Various archaeological findings from the entire island

Visiting the Lipsi Museum you take a trip down Memory Lane and learn about the history of the island.