Sifnos Exambela
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Andromeda
$$Andromeda is located a little outside of Apollonia and combines traditional Cycladic architecture with modern amenities, the most notable being the swimming pool. The lovely garden helps guests to further relax and immerse in the setting's serenity.
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Right at the village entrance, travelers are greeted by the so-called Arades, a series of around 10 traditional windmills, some of which are still well-preserved, while others sadly lie in ruins. One of the major sights in the wider area is the Monastery of Panagia Vryssiani. Being the largest one on the island, it stands out not only for its exceptional architectural features but also for its Ecclesiastical Museum, which houses an invaluable collection of old manuscripts, icons, relics, vestments and other religious items.
Also known as the Black Tower, the 5th-century BC Exambela Tower, one of the most recognizable phryctoriae of Sifnos, can also be found in the village. Along with the nearby tower of Vryssi and dozens of other towers around Sifnos, this structure formed part of a network alerting the people in case of enemy raids. Today, on Whit Sunday (the 49th day after Easter), this ancient communication system is revived, with plenty of volunteers lighting even the most remote towers!
Interestingly, Exambela is the birthplace of some of the most illustrious Sifnian personalities. First and foremost among them is the great chef Nikolaos Tselementes, whose name has become synonymous with cookbooks. An annual festival is held in the nearby Artemonas every September, exhibiting the very best of Cycladic gastronomy. Another influential Sifnian who also hailed from Exambela was the poet, academic and politician Aristomenis Proveleggios, whose bust, crafted by the well-known sculptor Yannoulis Chalepas, adorns the courtyard of the local high school. The poet’s grave can be visited in the picturesque Old Ai Nikolas chapel.
