Agios Kiprianos

ZOODOCHOS PIGI (LIFE-GIVING SPRING) MONASTERY

It is the largest monastery in Andros. Locals also call it "Agias" and its celebration day is the first Friday after Greek Orthodox Easter Sunday. The date of its construction remains unknown. According to the tradition was used as a school and became a monastery in 842. It hosts rare icons of the 14th and 16th century, a rich library with books and manuscripts, as well as a museum with holy vessels and vestments. There is also a small collection of prehistoric tools. The monastery is officially recorded for the first time in 1400, while the chapel contains an icon dated from 1325. In 1928 the monastery was converted into a convent.
Location: Between Gavrio and Batsi.
How to get there: Following the road from Gavrio to Batsi, after Kypri beach and just before Agios Kyprianos, turn left and follow the uphill road that takes you to the monastery. The distance from Gavrio and Batsi is 7 km, while from Chora 33 km.

AGIOS KIPRIANOS
Location: On the western side of the island, on the main road leading from Batsi to Gavrio, just before "Chrisi Ammos". 
Special features: Small sandy beach, bounded by rocks that offer shade, ideal for fishing. Its landmark is Agios Kiprianos chapel. Diving courses are provided. There is also a tavern. 
How to get there: By car or bus, following the main road from the port of Gavrio to Stavropeda. After "Chrisi Ammos" and before Batsi. There is a parking area.

KIPRI
Location: On the western side of the island, on the main road leading from Batsi to Gavrio, just before "Chrisi Ammos" and right after "Agios Kiprianos". 
Special features: Sandy beach, just below hotel "Perrakis". There are sunbeds, a beach bar and water facilities. 
How to get there: By car or bus, taking the main road from the port of Gavrio to Stavropeda, right after "Chrisi Ammos" and before "Agios Kiprianos". There is a parking area.

CHRISI AMMOS (GOLDEN BEACH)
Location: Next to the main road leading from Batsi to Gavrio.
Special features: It is the most popular beach of Andros. It is well organized with sunbeds and beach bars with loud music. As its name implies, is covered with fine sand. Its location ensures good protection from the wind.
How to get there: Very easily, by car or bus. There is a rather small parking area. Most of the people park their vehicles on the main road.