Milos

Milos is "The Island of Colours" thanks to its volcanic origin. Most people will know of the island from it's connection with a famous statue in the Louvre, Paris... the "Venus di Milo". Today, thanks to over 70 splendid and quite different beaches with waters of every imaginable shade of green and blue, and historical sights to be seen, tourism is catching on to this fascinating, horseshoe shaped, Cycladic Island. The barrenness of Milos and the scars of its immense amounts of quarrying and mining should not deter visitors from appreciating the natural beauties of the coast and the interesting historical sites to be found here.

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There are 7 towns on Milos, Adamas, Plaka, Pollonia, Triovassalos, Pera Triovassalos, Tripiti, and Plakes. The 3 largest being;

Adamas, is situated on the gulf and is the main port and hub of Milos, all roads lead to Adamas! Thanks to it's pivotal position, right on the gulf, it has built up a number of cafes, restaurants, discos, shops and markets plus the majority of other services that might be required. There are boat excursions that depart from Adamas as do the ferries Kimolos. While in the town,  the churches of Aghia Triada and Agios Halarambos are worth visiting.

Pollonia. Looking out towards the island of Kimolos, and 10 km (6¼ miles) northeast of Adamas.  Pollonia is a small fishing town built around a pretty round beach of fine sand. It is an ideal place for those who want to be away from the crowds, close to all beaches on the north side and to the nearby islands of Kimolos, Ag. Ghiorgos, Poliegos, and Glaronissia, the impressive small islands coming up from the sea with hexagon shaped stones.

Plaka. Built on the hill Plaka is the most characteristic town on the Island with narrow roads, houses of Cycladic style, and a few shops and restaurants. Visit the Kastro, from which you have a wonderful view of the northwestern part of the island with it's stunning sunsets. In Plaka you will also find a  Folk Museum and an  Archaeological Museum which are worth visiting. Not far from Plaka you will find the largest catacombs outside of Rome and an ancient theater with interesting marble remains.

Two smaller villages, but well worth visiting are;

Klima:

Klima is a preserved unique little fishing village.  As there is no direct bus you must take a bus to Tripiti and then walk down (and back up) 280 stairs. Otherwise a private car or scooter can take you as far as the road goes to within about 50 m.

Tripit: 

Tripiti is a charming traditional hilltop village 5 km from Adamas, 2 km from Plaka and just above the picturesque harbor of Klima. From here there are incredible sea views and you are conveniently near the catacombs and ancient theater as well as the spot the Venus di Milo was found

Beaches

The southern beaches of Paliochori, Haghia Kiriakì, Tzigrado, Firiplaka, Provatas and Gerontas on Milos tend to be sandy with incredible shades of blue and green coloring the crystal clear waters. Paliohori is probably the best sand beach of the island and it has a couple tavernas and cafes.

Offering something entirely different, the northern beaches are found amidst unusual rocks and their formations, creating swimming spots that are beautiful and strange. Parafragas and Sarakiniko are 2 of the unique rock northern beaches of immense beauty.

Amongst the things you should not miss on Milos:

• An exploration of the many beautiful beaches of Milos by taking a boat tour around the island

• In Polonia there is a SCUBA center

• The unusual beaches of Parafragas and Sarakiniko should be visited

• The intricately curving paths of Plaka town

• The catacombs and ancient theater

• The sandy beach of Paliohori

• A visit to the fishing village of Klima

Extra information:

As there are only 10 taxis on the island in the high months of summer it is highly advisable to have a transfer arranged to escort you upon arrival to your accommodation. Otherwise a wait of an hour or more is not unlikely.

There are many restaurants on the island, many open year round. Those in Adamas are mostly all fairly good. During the summer months you kind find a decent variety in Plaka. Restaurants on the waterfront in Pollonia, could generally do with some improvement!

The ‘Hot Spas’ of Milos are 100 m from the port – they are not kept up well and have no predictable opening hours.

Only 1 hotel in Klima - very expensive

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