Interactive maps of hiking and biking routes around Tinos Island
1. You can zoom in/out using your mouse wheel, as well as move the map of Tinos Island with your mouse.2. This interactive map presents two modes: 'Biking Routes' and 'Hiking Routes'. Use the '+' button on the map to switch between them.
Railway and landscape maps of Tinos Island area
This Tinos Island map has two modes: 'Railway Network' and 'Landscape & Rural Map'. Use the '+' button on the map to navigate.City tours, excursions and tickets in Tinos Island and surroundings
Greece - moving around the country
The largest airport in Greece is the air harbor of Athens, which is located near the capital. The airport annually serves not less than 15 million passengers. There are two terminals - eastern and western. There are duty-free shops, as well as comfortable and colorful restaurants with local and European cuisine. The next largest airport is Macedonia, which is located in Thessaloniki. This air harbor welcomes about four million passengers a year. To the date, there is only one terminal. However, the growing tourist activity pushes the airport reconstruction and the construction of a second terminal. It should be noted that the railway lines are laid to this airport, so you can get to it not only by taxi or by bus, but by train too. … OpenOverview of festivals and celebrations in Greece
There is a large number of theater festivals in Greece, because the country is the birthplace of this art. In December, there is a festival of puppet theaters and pantomime in Thessaloniki. About 40 different performances are shown during 11 days. Lectures, master classes and seminars are held in the city. The Greeks are very fond of music, so music festivals are often held on the summer terraces. RockWave in Athens, where dozens of the most famous rock artists of Greece and foreign musicians come every year, is among the largest. Other significant event takes place on the island of Samothraki. That’s the world music festival. … OpenPhotogallery of Tinos Island sights
Our guide to Tinos Island
Tinos Island sightseeing
It should be noted that the church is interesting not only for its religious artifacts, as it’s the most beautiful architectural monument of the island. The church is located in the center of the capital city of Tinos, on a high hill. You can climb to the top of the hill using the marble staircase, which is also considered an important landmark. Here, on the stairs, pilgrims leave a huge amount of jewelry, … Open
Cultural excursion through Tinos Island - things to see
Modern art fans should visit the island's art gallery. You can see the works of modern artists and artisans and even buy something for your home collection here. You can also visit the village of Falados. The annual exhibition of contemporary art in Greece takes place here in the summer. You should visit the villages of the island - the more, the better. You can do this by taking the bus in season. It runs … Open
Top hotels with reviews
Agios Sostis has the attractive hotel Cavos; it’s also ready to meet demands of the most discerning travelers. The hotel occupies a complex of luxury buildings in the Cycladic style, where the choice of rooms and suites is just great. All rooms are well equipped and suitable for long stays; their main feature is the unique decor with medieval style items. The territory of the hotel is also quite unusual; in … Open
Attractions and active leisure
There is a good windsurfing school in Kolimbithres. This is almost an ideal place to relax. The beach is located in a quiet, bay which is closed from the wind. Even those people who do not know how to swim can swim without fear here. Conditions are ideal for snorkeling in this bay. You should try this sport and explore the underwater world of the Cyclades. Diving with a mask is available to almost everyone. … Open
Cuisine and top restaurants
Be sure to order octopus stewed in tomato sauce in one of the many taverns on the island. Local housewives cook it just masterfully. Soft, slightly springy meat combined with spicy tomato sauce will not leave you indifferent. Tinos offers excellent pastries. It is most often cooked from puff pastry or Filo dough. You should taste spanakopita. These are classic triangular pies stuffed with spinach and cheese. … Open
Traditions and mentality of Tinos Island
There are customs in the villages. Many of them are of pre-Christian origin and most often depend on Shrovetide week. For example, the holiday is organized on the last Thursday before fasting in the village of Triandaros. A traditional carnival dance is performed during its celebration. Residents perform frivolous ditties in turn. Each of them begins with the next letter of the alphabet. Carnivals and festive … Open