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Icaria Essentials
Icaria is defined by its rugged landscapes and historical depth. This selection spans from the 4th-century BC Tower of Drakano to the white-pebbled Seychelles Beach. Explore the island's Byzantine heritage at Kastro Koskina, the ancient ruins of the Temple of Artemis at Nas, and the dramatic Halari gorge. The list also highlights local viticulture traditions and museums in Agios Kirikos and Kampos that document the island’s role in the Aegean from the Neolithic era to the Roman period.
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Best of Icaria
Icaria’s landscape is defined by its rugged mountains, turquoise coastlines, and ancient history. This selection features the iconic Seychelles Beach, formed by a landslide, and the ruins of the 4th-century BC Drakano Tower. Cultural highlights include the Byzantine Kastro Koskina and the unique Theoktisti Monastery, where a chapel is sheltered by giant granite boulders. Archaeological collections in Agios Kirikos and Kampos preserve Neolithic and Hellenistic artifacts, while the beaches of Nas and Messakti offer natural beauty near the ruins of the Temple of Artemis.
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Hidden Gems of Icaria
Icaria’s lesser-known sites range from the 4th-century BC Drakano Tower, a limestone military outpost, to the foundations of the 6th-century BC Temple of Artemis at Nas. The island’s rugged terrain features the mythical Cave of Dionysus and the 19th-century Papa Lighthouse at the southwestern tip. This selection highlights the archaeological ruins and essential infrastructure like the Pezi dams that define the island’s remote landscape.
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Best Beaches in Ikaria
Ikaria’s coastline ranges from the granite cliffs and turquoise waters of Seychelles, formed by a 1985 landslide, to the northern surf breaks of Messakti. Many beaches sit adjacent to archaeological sites, such as the Temple of Artemis at Nas and ancient Oinoe at Kampos. The island’s northern shore features long sandy stretches fed by freshwater rivers, while the south is characterized by secluded pebbled coves and steep rock formations.
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Climate & when to visit
Best time to visit: May, June, July, August, September, October
Practical information
- Currency
- Euro EUR € · Card payments · Widely accepted
- Emergency numbers
- 112
- Electricity
- 230 V · 50 HzType C / Type F
- Languages
- Greek
- Tap water
- Drink with caution
- Driving side
- Right
- Calling code
- +30
Tours & Activities
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