Family trip to Folegandros Island with children. Ideas on where to go with your child

Folegandros is a small island of the Cyclades. Despite the fact that there are problems with water supply and soil fertility, the island was inhabited long ago. Scientists believe that the first settlements appeared here in the 3rd millennium B.C. Due to a small number of tourists, you will have a wonderful holiday with your children here. Naughty kids will fall in love with the sea expanses and water activities. Dreamers will love the nature of the island and intellectuals will definitely enjoy visiting local museums.

The best place where you can introduce your child to the life of ancestors is the Folklore Museum in Ano Meria. A gorgeous construction was built in the 19th century. Clothes, household items and tools are displayed at the museum. It will be interesting for your child to know how people ironed, washed clothes and cooked dishes in Greek villages just one and a half century ago.

Be sure to spend a couple of hours walking along the streets of Karavostasi. It is not the most inhabited settlement on the island, but a child will feel an incredible atmosphere of the Cyclades. Small white houses, cosy streets and friendly citizens attract people and perfectly demonstrate Greek culture. If your child is interested in stories about princes, princesses, knights and their castles, be sure to take him to Kastro. The fortress was built in the 13th century and used to protect the settlement from pirates. Nowadays you can visit this monument and enjoy fantastic views of the island. Copyright www.orangesmile.com

If your children are interested in religion and art, you can visit the Church of Panagia (Virgin Mary). It is the oldest cultural building on the island, where you can find wonderful icons and frescos. You should spend time walking along the streets of the capital and explore medieval districts with small Aegean houses. There is a lighthouse on the south-western coast of the island. It was built in 1919, but it functions.

You can go on a boat trip around the coast of Folegandros in calm weather. Small children will like the spirit of adventure and teenagers will appreciate brilliant views and secluded places, where you can go only by boat. Don’t pass by the opportunity to visit Chrysospilia cave. It is one of the largest caves in Greece with stalagmites and stalactites. Scientists still explore this place, so a part of the cave can be closed for tourists. Human remains, ancient items and different writings had been found here.

Introduce your child to fishing in the open sea. Moreover, you can swim on Vorina, which is situated on the north side of the island or try your hand at waterskiing and surfing on Livadia. If you want to relax and sunbathe- visit Ambeli. It is a small beach in comparison to the other beaches, but if you want to find a silent place, be sure to come here. Puntaki is a beach with slippery and rocky shore, so it is not the best place for children. Your child can try snorkelling here, there are many secluded places on Folegandros. Livadaki is a beach with crystal clear turquoise water. It is a perfect place for those who want to try diving.