General information about the island of Folegandros
Strengths:
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Average:
Sea and beaches, points of interest, excursions, prices, crowding, nightlife.
Weaknesses:
Connections, not very suitable for families with children.
- Capital: Folegandros
- Population: 600
- Area: 32 km²
- Port: Karavostassis
- Airport: no
- Public transportation: yes
- Car and motorcycle rental: yes
- Campsites: yes
Folegandros (from Greek Φολέγανδρος) is located between Milos and Sikinos, west of Ios, and can only be reached by sea. The island is one of the smallest Cyclades and is 93 nautical miles from Piraeus, with connections to other Cyclades.
It has an area of 32 km² and very few inhabitants: about 600.
The island is barren and rocky with very few cultivated areas on terraces, but it is beautiful and fascinating. In the past, due to its characteristics, it was the island where exiles were sent (e.g., former Prime Minister Papandreou). However, in recent years it has been discovered by a somewhat chic tourism seeking tranquility and charm.
Its coasts are often battered by winds and feature large cliffs plunging into the sea, but perhaps because of its wild and natural state, it has a very strong appeal. Folegandros is a paradise for underwater fishermen.
Its highest mountain is called Aghios Eleftherios (415 meters) and is located southwest of Chora.
The island's inhabitants mainly live off fishing and now also tourism, with crafts not being particularly developed.
The capital of the island is Folegandros (Chora), a splendid village in a purely Cycladic style.
The island's sea is transparent and appreciated by divers.
The island's road network is certainly not among the best but connects the main places, namely from the port to the village of Ano Meria passing through Chora. The two main places, Chora and the port, are also connected by buses. There are some car and scooter rental services on the island and a taxi service, although somewhat lacking.
