Symi

The ornament of Dodecanese

• Top Attractions

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• Museums

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• Monasteries

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• Castles

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• History

  Symi consists of a cluster of three main islands: Nymos, Sesklio, and Symi. One version of its name goes back to Diodorus Sikieliotis: Symi was the name of the Nymph who, mating with Poseidon, gave birth to Chthonio, the "man of the earth", who is identified with the leader of the first inhabitants of the island who came from Thessaly. …

• Culture

  ARCHITECTURE The entire island has been classified as a protected area and the traditional, neoclassical settlement is perfectly preserved. The capital of the island, Symi. consists of the Village and Gialo. The neoclassical buildings are usually two-story, colorful, with prominent architectural and decorative features gables balconies, neoclassical balconies and fireplaces in the courtyards, while almost all of them have a …

• Sea & Mountain

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• Information

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