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Remembrance
of Syros' bright ages is the Appolon Theatre, which
continues the performances till today. At that time,
one could see in its interior a miniature of Milan's
Scale where elegant ladies used to ramble.
Walk to the neighborhood Vaporia and admire the lordliness.
Sublime houses of neoclassic era belong to wealthy people
and they are the one after the other showing their beauty.
They will remind you Venice, because their base touch
the see and they can offer you a romantic walk in their
alleys.
The first thing you are going to see is the Customhouse
of Ermoupolis. It is an earnest of neoclassic era and
it was this that made the beginning for the construction
of buildings of such kind.
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The Picture
Gallery of Cyclades has found its own place. It is housed
in Apothikes Diametakomissis (Transit Stores) next to
the building of Customhouse. During your walk in the
cobbled roads of Syros, you will raise often your head
up for admiring not only the deep blue sky but also
the impressive buildings.
The Velissaropoulos' mansion and these of Androulis
and Nikolaidis are some of the mansions that are going
to impress you. So, start with fondness for this gorgeous
meeting with history.
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Patron saint of the island is Ayios Nikolaos. How could
miss a church of incredible beauty dedicated to the
patron of Syros?
It's got a marvelous blue dome and generally an imposing
external presence and a masterly decoration. You are
going to bow reverentially the icons of great value
and admire the astonishing temple.
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One of the
most beautiful churches in the island is Kimissi. There,
the devout atmosphere is combined unexceptionably with
the woodcut creations that decorate its interior. You
will light a candle and you'll have the chance to admire
the unique icon with the signature of Dominikos Theotokopoulos.
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The first church
and the Cathedral of the island is Metamorfossis Sotiros.
Its beautiful forecourt made by pebbles foretells the
sight that will follow inside the church. Marble and
wood have been made in a single way for the creation
of the impressing temple.
Ships of yesterday with a great history as also new
creations of unique technique, guarantee the shipwrights
of Syros that you'll have the chance to meet on the
road to shipyards. Watching the yearning of local people
will impress you.
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In every side
of Ermoupolis the sight is unique, separate and invariable.
If you like walking, you will make walks, which will
provide you, wanderings in old, nostalgic ages. The
society of Ermoupolis and of the entire Syros comprises
from kind people who love their land.
Be sure that they will welcome you with open heart and
they will be willing to show you their way of life.
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