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Places near Συνέτι
SYNETI
Location: On the eastern side of the island, between Chora and Korthi.
Special features: One of the most beautiful beaches of the island, with pebbles, deep crystal clear waters and sea caves. It is surrounded by mountains that offer shade during the afternoon. It is exposed to northern winds. The "Dipotamata" canyon with its traditional watermills ends here, where also several scenes of the movie "Little England" were filmed.
How to get there: By car, following the main road from Chora to Korthi, turn left to Syneti village and then left again towards the beach.
PARAPORTI
Location: On the east side of the island. It is one of the two coves that surround the island's capital, Chora.
Special features: A large beach that is exposed to northern winds, which cause strong undercurrents. There is also a tavern nearby.
How to get there: By car, taking the road from Chora or on foot, from Kairi square.
PANO KASTRO (UPPER CASTLE)
The Upper Castle, also known as “Faneromenis Castle”, was built from 1207 until 1233, by the Venetian ruler Marino Dandolo. It is located on a stunning mountain plain north of Ormos Korthiou at an altitude of 585 meters. Nowadays, some parts of the walls, as well as Faneromenis church, are preserved. The scenery is magnificent and the view to the eastern Aegean is unique.
Location: Above Kochylos village.
How to get there: Follow the main road from Korthi to Chora (or vice versa) and reach Kochylos village. From there, take the road to the bottom of the hill where the castle is located and then climb 143 stairs to the entrance.
FOLKLORE MUSEUM
The Folklore Museum of Cultural Heritage of Syneti -as its full name is- is housed in the school of Syneti village, built in 1900 with a donation by the national benefactor Andreas Syggros and stopped operating in 1999. Its rooms have been converted into a typical andriotic house with the corresponding furniture, utensils and tools.
Location: At Syneti village, 7 km from Chora.
How to get there: As you leave Chora (heading towards Stavropeda), take the left road to Livadia-Syneti-Korthi. When you reach Syneti, turn left.
Opening hours July - August: Daily 9.00 - 13.00 and 17.30-21.30
Web site: www.syneti.8m.com
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