Amorgos, the island of 'the Big Blue'
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Amorgos is the island of "the Big Blue”, the title of Luc Besson's cult movie from late 80's. It is the biggest island of the “Small Cyclades” group, and is located at the east end of the Cyclades. The island covers an area of 126 square kilometers and it has 1853 inhabitants. It is an island which has inspired many artists and has many devoted friends. The traditional lifestyle and the hospitality of the local people, the mountainous landscape, the beautiful beaches, the various scents throughout the air, the flavors and the melodies can definitely charm any visitor!
Your holidays ιn Amorgos will be a unique experience! One thing is for sure: Amorgos offers a variety of choices for all visitors, and provides a unique experience for each and every one. Amorgos; an island of strong contrasts between the mountainous and marine landscape. High mountains jutting into the sea on the one hand, and calm, protected coves and a lacy coastline on the other. One thing is for sure: Amorgos offers a variety of choices for all visitors, and provides a unique experience for each and every one.
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Amorgos is an island which has inspired numerous artists and countless everyday people. It is no accident that many of its visitors keep returning year after year – it has established itself in their hearts as a home-away-from-home, an island offering tranquility and true hospitality. Maybe it is the landscape, the mountains with little villages nestled in their embrace, maybe the awe-inspiring monastery of Panagia Hozoviotissa, literally hanging onto the cliff-face, or the religious historical monuments of Theologos and Valsamitis monasteries, perhaps the enchanting view from the ancient mountain footpaths (now properly marked and sign-posted) crossed by locals and tourists alike. Then again, maybe it is the traditional dishes, festivities and herb aromas, or the eccentric inhabitants themselves. These people have refused to follow the current of mass tourism and have remained faithful to their habits and traditions, the traditions that the island itself would have them follow.
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The eight main paths of Amorgos
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View in Google Earth the 8 main paths of Amorgos
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