Tinos is highly religious, high in cultural activities and it does not have an airport. These elements have kept the island untouched through time. Visitors can benefit from traditional unique villages, delicious food, local hospitality, interesting festivals, archeological sights and beautiful beaches. The rest of Cyclades are nearby for daily excursions.
The island has 50 villages, 1500 chappels, 900 windmills, 700 pigeon houses and 18 museums.
Tinos is one of the most enchanting Greek islands. Beautiful sandy beaches, traditional villages and minimal Cycladic architecture create a unique atmosphere that never fails to captivate the visitors.
A village built in the middle of a lunar landscape, offering one of the most impressive and imposing sight of Tinos island. The few inhabitants of Volax are specialized basket-weavers and their workshops can be visited, in order to purchase their crafts.
The village fascinates with its numerous marble pieces of art created by the local craftsmen. Its visitors have a chance to admire the marble streets, arches, churches and various monuments.
Komi is built in the largest and most fertile spot of the island, which leads to the beach of Kolymbithra. The farmers of Komi produce most of the agricultural production of Tinos. Large quantities of artichokes are produced here. In Komi's square, a set of high end bar restaurants serve some the best dishes and cocktails on the island.
Kolymbithra is a beautiful bay located 15 km from Tinos town. It is comprised by two beaches, equally beautiful and well protected from the strong Aegean winds.
A natural bay, protected from the strong winds that blow in summer can be accessed rather easily from Tinos town. The long sandy beach and the organized beach bar may impress every visitor.
A long sandy beach with transparent blue water and soft sand. There are plenty of trees for natural shade and a cozy tavern some meters away. The beach offers a clear view to neighboring island of Syros.
The Museum of Marble Crafts, in Pirgos, is a unique example showcasing the technology of marble, a material that holds a particular place in the architecture and art of Greece. The permanent exhibition, which describes the intricate meshing of tools and techniques used in working marble in a detailed and interactive manner.
Giannoulis Chalepas constitutes the most famous marble sculpture artist in Tinos. The museum is made in his house, and contains his household artifacts as well as some pieces of art.
A renovated neoclassical building in the center of Tinos town. A permanent exhibition of works by a leading sculptor, Giannoulis Halepas are presented in its facilities. The homonymous room contains 22 sculptures, 15 plaster models, 3 and 4 bronze clay works and drawings, photographs and closely numbered copies of the works by Chalepas.
