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CHALKOLIMIONAS
Location: Right in the center of the west side of the island, in the area of Stavropeda. 
Special features: Sandy beach with shallow waters. It is surrounded by rocks and is ideal for fishing. There are sunbeds and a beach bar. From ancient to modern times, there were mines running in the area. 
How to get there: Very easily by car. Follow the main road towards Chora and, at Stavropeda, turn right and then right again to get to the beach. There is ample parking space.

OLIVE MUSEUMolive museum
One of the best preserved old olive mills in Cyclades is the animal-powered olive mill of Dimitris Chelmis at Ano Pitrofos. The building dates back earlier than 1823 and was restored according to the traditional architecture. This olive mill retains its original equipment and in 1997 was transformed into a museum, where visitors can get a view to the traditional oil production method in Cyclades. A video with an animal powered olive oil production has been filmed in the museum and is screened to the visitors. It is considered a great example of agricultural heritage, pre-industrial technology and architectural tradition.
Location: At Ano Pitrofos village, 7 km before Chora. How to get there: On the 5th km of the main road from Stavropeda to Chora, you reach Pitrofos village. Follow the left road to Ano Pitrofos that will lead you to the entrance of the museum.

For the visiting hours please see the web site of the museum: www.musioelias.gr