Τήνος
"The island of Aeolus"

Tinos as "the island of Aeolus" as it is characterized due to the winds, between Andros and Mykonos the third largest island in the Cyclades, offers calm and special holidays. Its connection with marble, its unique historical and cultural background, as well as its religious atmosphere are offered as ideal features for unforgettable holidays. Its historical and residential richness are combined with an impressive landscape giving the visitor unique experiences of relaxation and culture.

Travelers choose the island of Tinos again and again thanks to its unique beauty, the tranquility it offers and the unique experiences you can live! Hiking, climbing and water sports for those who want to try something extreme on their vacation, walk in the traditional villages of the island and experiences of high gastronomy for those who know how to appreciate the local, fresh products.

Just 10 minutes away from the Port of Tinos and 5 minutes away from the famous beaches of Agios Sostis, ideal for diving from the pier, Agios Ioannis and the beach of Agios Fokas, one of the longest beaches on the island.

Agios Fokas beach

Agios Ioannis Beach

Agios Sostis beach

Sights

Tinos is an important island of great historical and religious importance. It has more than a thousand churches and temples, the most important being the Church of Evangelistria. It has museums and other historical sites that will excite those who love history. And of course, it has dozens of deep blue beaches that will be unforgettable. Gastronomy and the arts are the heart of Tinian culture, you will have the opportunity to try traditional recipes, enjoy activities close to nature such as hiking, climbing or surfing, but also to learn arts such as marble sculpture.

Points of cultural interest that deserve your attention

• The Holy Temple of the Annunciation, a symbol of Greek Orthodoxy.
• The Art School in Pyrgos, Panormos Community.
• The archeological site of Kionia (temple of Poseidon).
• The Traditional settlement of Mountados.
• The "Center of Faith and Culture" (the "palace of the Despot") in the village of Xynara.
• The settlement of Ysternia, place and residence of marble sculptors.
• The settlement of Kardiani.
• The Pigeons, (over 600 in number), the majority of which are placed back in the 18th and 19th century. Most of them are built in the valley of the village of Tarambados.
• The Monastery of Kyra Xeni and the Lower Monastery where there are indications and findings from the prehistoric era (a vaulted tomb of Mycenaeans and a tomb of Geometric times).
• The area of Evangelistria and Grammatiko where an inscription of the 4th century BC was found, which mentions a Sanctuary of the Earth. There, as it turned out, there was a settlement from Roman times.
• The Craft School which has been operating since 1898 with the aim of learning the textile art. It was founded by Nikolaos and Eleni Zarifi and the Holy Foundation of Evangelistria. Students must be from Tinos and attend for free. It is housed in privately owned premises in the upper part of Evangelistrias Street and belongs to the Ladies' Association "O Evangelismos". Next to the room with the looms there is an exhibition hall, where various remarkable items of textile art are sold, produced in the School.
• The Theological School which has been operating since 1966, at the upper end of Megalohari Avenue opposite the Holy Institution. Students attend, live and feed at the School as state scholars. Hundreds of its graduates have staffed sacred temples across the country.

Museums

• The Archaeological Museum of Tinos in the town of Tinos.
• The Kostas Tsoklis Museum in the Plain of Tinos.
• The Museum of Tinian Artists in the courtyard of the Church of the Evangelistria of Tinos.
• The Antonios Sohos Museum. In the courtyard of the Church of the Evangelistria of Tinos.
• The Exhibition of Ecclesiastical Icons and Heirlooms in the courtyard of the Church of the Evangelistria of Tinos.
• The Gallery (donated by Ath. Papadopoulou). In the courtyard of the Church of the Evangelistria of Tinos.
• The Agricultural Museum at the Jesuit Monastery in the village of Loutra.
• The Museum of Ysternian Artists in the village of Ysternia.
• The Museum of Marble in the village of Pyrgos.
• The Museum of Folk Art in the Monastery of Agia Triada of Gyrla.

The gastronomy of Tinos

The seemingly wild and rocky landscape of the island deceives the visitor in relation to the otherwise rich production of local products that concern savory and sweet gastronomic creations. The cultivation of artichokes, fresh fruits and vegetables, capers, dried tomatoes, honey (Tinian honey is pure, vintage and produced in the traditional way with honeycombs (almonds) and meselia (almonds) )), herbs, mushrooms, as well as varieties of figs and fresh grapes compose the rich dietary variety for the annual habits of the island.

Tinian gastronomy loves to use and mix the range of items of local production. Based primarily on agriculture and secondarily on fishing, Tinian gastronomy has been strongly associated over time with a series of recipes, sometimes fasting and sometimes festive, emphasizing its timeless coexistence with the religious-festive cycle. Dairy products are the most in-demand products and mainly the cheeses of Tinos that are produced from cow's milk with those that stand out, such as the fresh cheese called petroma, the long ripening ball, the basket, the Tinian gruyere and the little production cariki, blue color, which matures in pumpkins acquiring special taste characteristics. Kopanisti, as it is called, is a spicy cheese that has been produced on the island since the period of Venetian rule.

In recent years, Tinos has become a gastronomic destination through the original initiative of the volunteer group Tinos Food Paths, which combined the forces of producers and catering entrepreneurs to integrate traditional local products and local recipes. In the effort to highlight the authentic Tinian gastronomy, small households processing local products, cold cuts, wineries, dairies and other small enterprises of local meat or agricultural goods as well as the micro-brewery "Island" which produces the well-known organic beer of Tinos.

The delicious tour could not miss the wonderful rosé semi-sweet wine of Tinos produced in the mountain vineyards in the beautiful villages of Tinos, Falatado and Volax in conditions of intense drought but also the local organic beer that accompanies not only the delicious pleasure, but the memories and experiences of a unique trip to Tinos.
Numerous restaurants, cafes and amazing taverns serve local delicacies with absolute dedication to the pleasure of the visitor.

The sweets of Tinos

Macaroons are one of the most characteristic sweets of the island, they are often served at weddings and baptisms. Cheese pies (pinches or lamps) are an Easter dessert with unsalted mizithra (rock) and eggs, orange or vanilla. In many confectioneries they are sold all year round. The cover is sweet with the same filling as the cheese pies but it is placed with sex in a pan and served in pieces. Fish is a Christmas sweet that looks like scallops. Palm trees are also a Christmas sweet with local thyme honey. Dried figs, plain or with walnut and cinnamon, are a classic accompaniment to raki. Pastels with local honey, served on lemon leaves, are offered at weddings.

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Contact

Agios Nikolas Oros-Porto, Agios Nikolaos Oros, Tinos 842 00

+30 6946848916

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