Folegandros Attractions

Kastro is the most picturesque quarter of Chora. This is the Medieval town of Chora that used to be surrounded by strong castle walls. Today the walls haven't survived and the town has spread around Kastro.

The lovely church of Panagia stands on top of a hill above Chora, offering a great view to the sea and the island. This traditional church is reached in 10 minutes walk from Chora, following a paved path. In the yard of the church, there are the remains of an ancient temple.

The Folklore Museum in Ano Meria Folegandros is housed in a traditional, agricultural house and it has all the premises of old times, such as a wood oven, stable, well and olive press.

Some very peculiar constructions that are found in the region of Ano Meria village are the Lemon houses (lemonospito in Greek).

These photogenic twin chapel offerings are built in a beautiful viewpoint between Agali and Galifos beach.

Chryssospilia Cave is an impressive natural monument, reachable only by boat. The findings in the cave include remains of human bones, ancient vases, a Roman cistern, and beautiful stalactites.

The lighthouse of Aspropounta can be seen during a walk on Folegandros Island sheltered southwestern coast of Livadaki beach.