Sikinos has retained all of its island character, and this adds to its attractions for those in search of peace and an authentic atmosphere. The island has been inhabited since ancient times, as has been proved by the finds made in the Episkopi district. 

The only road on Sikinos links Alopronia, the island's harbour, with Hora or Kastro, one of the most beautiful villages anywhere in the Cyclades. There are fine stone mansions to admire, and a church of Our Lady 'Pantanassa'. The Zoodohos Pigi monastery, built on the peak of a rock, is more reminiscent of an impregnable castle from a distance. As on all the more isolated Cycladic islands, the local religious feasts are celebrated with great enthusiasm.

There are a few rooms for rent on island, all of them in Hora. Basic meals are served at the island's restaurants and tavernas The island has been inhabited since ancient times, as has proved by the finds made in the district of Episkopi. The only road on the island links Alopronia, the harbor of the island, with Hora or Kastro, one of the most beautiful villages. There are fine stone mansions to admire and a church of Our Lady "Pantanassa". The monastery of Zoodohos Pigi, built on the peak of a rock, is more reminiscent of an impregnable castle from a distance.

Although close to Ios, Sikinos could hardly be more different. Until recently you had to take a launch from the ferry boat to get ashore and it wasn't too long ago that donkeys were the main transportation. The island has a lovely little port and two attractive villages standing sentinel high above. This island has not been touched by organized tourism and many of the locals still make a living from fishing and farming. A great place to spend a few days as an antidote to the fleshpots and overt commercialization of the busier Cyclades.

Santorini and Mykonos take the lions' share of visitors - who come to marvel at some of the most impressive views in the Mediterranean or revel in wild night life.