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Ikaria

The island of Ikaria belongs to a group of islands called Eastern Aegean Sea. It is in the middle of the Aegean Sea with Samos to its east, Mykonos to its west, Chios to its North and the sacred island of Patmos to its south. It's distance from Piraeus, the country's main port is 140 sea miles.

Ikaria is oblong with a length of about 21 miles and a width that hanges from 3 to 5 miles. It is a mountainous island. Mount Athera's (called Pramos in ancient times) ranges from 600 to 1041 meters. Ikaria is filled with trees and ravines that create torrents and streams that lead into the sea forming bays and gulfs. These natural beauties are surrounded by "golden" sand that makes them ideal for sea baths. The island has a wonderful climate and along with the hot springs that are internationally known, makes it the right place for a holiday. Ikaria is an island with many beauties. The roofs of the houses, the sea where Ikaros drowned when the sun melted his wings of wax. Dionyssos was born In Ikaria, near Drepano. The primitive beauty of the island, the kind people and the monuments will please those who decide to visit Ikaria.
 

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