An Idyllic Spring Weekend in Syros

Syros, one of many Cyclades’ most original islands, is a perfect weekend vacation spot. Ferries take solely 3.5 hours to succeed in the port of Ermoupoli, the spectacular, amphitheatrically constructed capital.

Ermoupoli’s Fascinating Previous 

The capital of the Cyclades is just not a typical Aegean settlement. Its nice significance as a port as early because the nineteenth century, when Ermoupoli was the nation’s second most populous metropolis after Athens, had an influence on the island’s structure and tradition. Its magnificent mansions housed rich retailers and industrialists, and in 1898, German-Greek architect Ernst Ziller designed the Metropolis Corridor constructing, which nonetheless dominates Miaouli Sq.. Pietro Sampo, an Italian architect, designed the Apollo Municipal Theater, which was constructed between 1862 and 1864.

The city’s wealthy historical past is revealed by the displays at the Industrial Museum of Ermoupoli (11 Georgiou Papandreou; open day by day besides Wednesdays, 10:00-15:30; Saturdays and afternoons, 18:00-20:00). Amongst them are steamship wheels, architectural and concrete blueprints, miniature ships, and instruments, in addition to the Enfield 8000, the primary Greek electrical automobile manufactured on the Neorion Syros amenities within the Seventies.

Church buildings are one other characteristic that stands out as you stroll by means of Ermoupoli’s streets. From the majestic church of Aghios Nikolaos Plousios within the Vaporia neighborhood to the Anastasi tou Sotiros (Resurrection of the Savior) excessive on the hill, the island is stuffed with church buildings in-built stunning areas.

Climbing to Ano Syros, additionally, you will see Aghios Georgios, often known as San Tzortzis, the island’s Catholic cathedral, which was in-built 1200. In Ano Syros, it’s price visiting the exhibition devoted to Markos Vamvakaris, who was born within the space in 1905.

Time for espresso

Armadillo Espresso Brewery (9 Em. Roidi, Ermoupoli) and Epta (7 Peloponnisou, Ermoupoli) serve among the greatest espresso on the island, whereas the standard Ellinikon cafe at Miaouli Sq. serves scrumptious Greek espresso. Vraziliana (8 Don I. Stefanou), in Ano Syros, additionally serves wonderful espresso, in addition to tasty brunch choices and lightweight dishes with a view of Ermoupoli.

Scrumptious Meals

Mikraki (Thermopylon and Folegandrou, Ermoupoli) serves scrumptious seafood, whereas close by Laoutari (Thermopylon 18) is good for snacks and meze. For those who’re in search of takeout, attempt the pizza at Giancarlo (2 Georgiou Souri, Ermoupoli). It’s price driving to the small seashore of Kini, the place you will see two wonderful tavernas, Allou Gialou and Dio Tzitzikia st’ Armyrika. You’ll additionally discover good meals at Ahladi Seaside, on the restaurant of the identical identify proper by the ocean, at Plakostroto with its dreamy balcony in Ai Michalis on the north aspect of the island, in addition to within the village of Alithini, above Ermoupoli, the place Mitsos continues to be a neighborhood favourite for its grilled meats.

Dessert and ice cream

Syros is well-known for its loukoumia (Turkish delight), and all native workshops have areas in Ermoupoli. Search for loukoumia by Korres, Livadaras, Denaxas, Kanakaris, and Sykoutris. You’ll haven’t any bother discovering good ice cream both. We advocate Django (9 Emmanouil Roïdi, Ermoupoli), Daidadi (Papagou Sq., Ermoupoli), and Grand Gelato “Household” (4 Eleftheriou Venizelou, Ermoupoli), all of which supply all kinds of flavors.

This text was beforehand revealed in Greek at kathimerini.gr.