Ios island

Everything you need to know about Ios island

Ios island is one of the most atmospheric Cycladic Island. Her unique beauty is characterized by its traditional architecture and beautiful golden beaches.

The moment you step foot on her harbour you will fall in love with her. Some decades ago Ios island was considered the Ibiza of the Eastern Mediterranean. Today, Ios island has it own distinct style, holds a special spot on the tourist map and is popular thanks to its high tourist infrastructures and famous nightlife. Holidays in Ios island, where the fun never stops.

New Additions – Articles about Ios

Holidays in Ios island

Holidays in Ios island will primarily offer you complete relaxation from the exhausting lifestyle of the city. This much needed relaxation was generously offered to me from the soft sandy beaches kissed by its turquoise, crystal waters. In Ios island wherever you...read more

History of Ios island

Ios island took her name from the Ancient Greek word 'Ia', refering to the flowers that grow in abundance on its surface. Others believe that the name Ios derives from the same Phoenician word, meaning a pile of rocks. Today the inhabitants of...read more

Ios sights

The tomb of Homer in Ios

Ios island is one of the many regions of the Aegean Sea claiming into being the birthplace of the most famous poet of all centuries, Homer. Although the people Ios find reasonable the uncertainty of his birthplace they are absolutely certain that Ios island...read more

The prehistoric settlement of Skarkos, Ios 

At a very short distance from the harbour of Ios island, on a small hill next to the town of Ios, the archaeological hoe brought to the light one of the most important Prehistoric Cycladic...read more

Virgin Mary of Gkremniotissa Church

The church of Virgin Mary of Gkremniotissa dominates tally on top of the Town of Ios island with its palm tree in its courtyard. From the church of Virgin Mary of Gkremniotissa the view is stunning. But the view will get even better if you walk a bit higher up...read more

Ios island beaches

Ios island has always been famous for her beaches. Especially Milopotas and Magganari, the well known beaches throughout the Greeks and many celebrities who often choose Ios island as their holiday...read more 

Ios directory

Rooms to let Ios 

A full catalogue containing the rooms and apartments in every region in Ios...read more

Ios photos

Ios – Paleokastro photos

Ios – Maganari beach photos

Ios - Prehistoric settlement of Skarkos photos

IOS ISLAND