This small island is only a short ferry ride from Mykonos, but despite its beauty, it does not receive crowds of tourists like Santorini.
Santorini and Mykonos are still some of the most popular tourist destinations in Greece. However, they are now facing problems related to excessive tourism.
However, there are still islands in Greece where you will not find crowds of tourists from all over the world, writes Express. There you can get a more traditional Greek holiday. One such destination is Syros Island, which is a 30-minute ferry ride from Mykonos. Covering an area of just 32 square miles, it is home to about 21,000 people as of 2021.
It remains almost completely off the tourist map. Its beaches are never crowded. Here you will not find an active nightlife like in Mykonos or Santorini.
The island is a fascinating blend of Venetian Catholic style, architecture and traditions with Eastern Greek culture that dates back to the Bronze Age.
The seaside capital of Syros, Ermoupolis, is a major hub of activity, while much of the rest of the island remains relatively rural. Ermoupolis was the first commercial and industrial center of Greece and became an important shipping center.
During your stay in the capital, be sure to visit the Industrial Museum, housed in three different buildings that showcase the city’s economic growth. Other prominent landmarks include its Orthodox churches, including Metamorphosis Sotiros and Kimisis Teotoku.