ENTERTAINMENT
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The traditional
taverns, ouzo pubs and snack-stores on the island are
countless. Everything has been constructed with the
care of the inhabitants and they make up one of kind
centers for your initiation to the cuisine of Syros.
The seafood of the island is something extraordinary.
Small and large fish will dominate your lunch and dinner
menus since it's the most delicious that the waters
of Syros have to offer. Choose the coolest corner in
any tavern that you wish and enjoy the unique Strapatsada,
the local sausage, octopus on coal but also the classic
pihti. Accompany these with ouzo or beer and you will
travel in taste.
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The enjoyment
of good food becomes even better when the ideal decoration
and music coincide. Almost all the traditional taverns
are decorated with unforgettable black and white photographs
but also with many antiques that give a different scent
to the whole atmosphere. Actually there are more than
just a few these locals that play unforgettable songs
on their bouzouki or their guitars, thus offering unique
melodies.
When the sun sets, Syros is transformed into a seductress.
The bars and the nightclubs are open and waiting to
show you what entertainment means in The Syros way.
In Ermoupolis, Ano Syros, and in many small and large
villages you will dance to the sounds of Greek and foreign
music, you will enjoy drinking your refreshment in idyllic
locations, and you will stay awake all night gazing
at the stars.
The traditional celebrating in Syros has one name: The
Ermoupoleia. They are celebrated every year and they
are the first and most important point of attraction
for the locals and also for the visitors. They consist
of dancing, music events and many other activities that
offer a unique spectacle. A similar spectacle can be
enjoyed at the Ananosiria that take place every two
years.
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Syros although,
is not only Ermoupolis. In many small and large villages
of the island cultural events are organizes that may
not have such a large variety, but they don't lack
in enjoyment.
Ano Syros is known for its famous carnival it consists
of the parade of the masquerades from Piatsa but also
the graphic walkways of the area, and finally it ends
in an all around party. Syros is proud for many things.
One of these is the All Girls High School. It's been
in operation for about 85 years and is the pride of
the island.
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It is the keeper
of Syros traditions and is involved in the preservation,
the perpetuation and spreading, inside and outside
the borders of all the traditional facts of Syros.
The cultural center of Ermoupolis many times during
the passage of time has enjoyed unique moments. This
occurs when the Music society of Syros decorates the
evenings of the island with music and creates a dreamful
atmosphere.
Megas Gialos outside of its beautiful beach is proud
for something else. It has to do with the three festivals
that take place in its area. That of Saint Benilthou,
of Saint Theklas and Saint Antonio. In the last festival
food is offered to whomever has chosen to participate.
Go to Kini on the 17th of July or on the 29th of June
and you wont be disappointed.
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In the two small churches
of the area a crazy festival takes place and that is why you
must not miss it. Those that choose to go to the small church
of Analipsis, on the beach of Azolimnou will enjoy music, dancing
and a wonderful pastry. You will enjoy it and you will surely
return.
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