SYMI ISLAND
Symi with its special beauty attracts thousands
of visitors every year. It has well-preserved neoclassic buildings and two-storey
stone houses that remind of the time that the island bloomed financially. In the
beginnings of the 20th century Symi was the capital of Dodecanese and the biggest
sponge center in Greece. It had developed shipping and was the merchant power of
that time. This financial robustness is shown even today in the aristocratic style
of the town. Symi is situated in southeast Aegean sea and northwest of Rhodes. It
has a ground of 58sq.km and is 24n.m. from the port of Rhodes and 230n.m. from the
port of Piraeus. It is connected with them through regular routes. Big part of Symi’s
tourism is due to the contiguity with Rhodes, as many people visit the island on
a day trip. Then enchanted by its beauties return for long holidays. Symi impresses
with the alterations of scenery. The hilly ground with high and abrupt mountains
ends to lacy shores and small coves. In the island beaches you will enjoy the clean
sea and beautiful nature. Symi’s important history is shown in the sites and exhibits
of the archaeological and folkloric museum. Byzantine churches and monasteries show
the deep creed of people. Symi is a small, beautiful, graphic island that wins every
visitor. It has all the qualifications for unforgettable holidays. Taverns, restaurants
and ouzeri promising unique gastronomic tastes. Bars for your entertainment and
cultural events organized by the municipal in order to experience the famous island
conviviality.
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