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NAUTICAL CLUB OF KORTHI 
The Nautical Club of Korthi Andros was founded in 1989 as a non-profit athletic association, based in Korthi. Its main goal is the propagation of nautical sports. It is an active member of the Hellenic Sailing Federation, having departments in windsurfing and swimming. It has a windsurfing team, consisting of children aged 7-19 years old who are trained at Ormos Korthiou. Most of these young athletes have participated and excelled in National championships. Among others, it hosted the Mistral Junior World Championship at Ormos Korthiou.
Website: www.noka.gr

PANACHRANTOU MONASTERY

Panachrantou Monastery is located on the slope of Mount Gerakones and is the most beautiful Byzantine monastery of Andros. According to the tradition, it was built by the Emperor Nicephorus II Phocas (963-969), upon his return from the victorious campaign against the Arabs in Crete. The monastery houses the miraculous icon of Virgin Mary, rendered by St Luke. This monastery also possesses the relic skull of St. Panteleimon, which was transferred there from Constantinople in 1705. In Panachrantou Monastery monk "Papoulakos" was imprisoned. The monastery, which was recently renovated, is celebrated on July 27th (St. Panteleimon’s day) and on August 15th. Abbot of the monastery is Father Evdokimos Fragoulakis, who serves there since 1957. 
Location: Near to Chora and just above Falika village.
How to get there: Following the road from Falika village. Alternatively, you can follow the road from Chora to Korthi and turn towards Vouni village (check relevant road signs). The distance from Chora is 4 km and from Korthi 13 km.
Contact Info: (+30) 22820 51090 - http://impanahranto

VINTZI
Location: On the southeastern side of the island, in Korthi area. 
Special features: Easily accessible small beach with crystal clear waters, ideal for those who love swimming more than sunbathing. It provides cubicles and showers. There is a tavern nearby to enjoy a meal by the sea. 
How to get there: Take the road from Ormos Korthiou to the north and after a few minutes you’ll get to the beach.

KORTHI
Location: At Korthi village, in the southeastern side of the island. 
Special features: It is a large beach with clear blue waters. Strong winds make it ideal for surfing, but hinder those who enjoy swimming in calm waters. 
How to get there: Very easily, by car or the local bus service. It is located 14 km from Chora and 35 km from port of Gavrio.

TIS GRIAS TO PIDIMA (“Old Lady's Leap”)
Location: On the southeastern side of the island, on the north part of Ormos Korthiou. 
Special features: Its unique characteristic is a tower-like rock formation emerging from the water. It’s a rather small beach with both sand and pebbles and crystal clear waters. 
How to get there: By car, 10 minutes away from Korthi. However, you won’t avoid taking the last 300 meters on foot, following a downhill path. You can also get there by sea, taking a boat from Korthi.

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.