The island of Paros, one of the most popular European tourist hotspots, has a total area of 165 square kilometers and a coastline of 120km. Its shape can be described as a plump-pear. It is an island of fertile valleys, hills dotted with small churches, picturesque villages and sandy beaches. More precisely, the visitor can find numerous beaches with crystal clear waters, including Chrissi Akti, Pounda, Pisso Livadi, Parikia etc. The constant strong wind makes the place a favored windsurfing location. Paros is connected daily by air with Athens and the time of the flight is only 35 minutes. If you prefer, you can take the ferry-boat from Piraeus or many other islands. Paros has a wealth of different types of accommodation, including hotels, studios and camping sites. The visitor gets, also, to choose from a variety of tavernas, cafeterias, bars and commercial shops. It is world-wide known for its fine white and translucent marble. If you like, you can take a day trip to nearby Antiparos where you can visit the beautiful cave and beaches. At its narrowest, the channel between Paros and Antiparos isles than 2km.
