Discover one of the oldest villages of Halkidiki, Sykia
At the southeastern end of the peninsula Sithonia after Kalamitsi, is one of the oldest villages of Chalkidiki, Sykia.
With a population of more than 3000 inhabitants, is located 160 km from Thessaloniki.
Dominant version of the name that is derived from the shadow of the imposing Mount Athos, which covers the village at sunrise.
The architecture of the village and especially the old village, has much in common with that of Mount Athos.
A walk through the village narrow streets will make you feel like you are back in time with the rhythms of life to flow slowly and calmly.
To find the village we turn from the main provincial road following the sign and 2 kilometers to the village center where you can find cafes and restaurants and taverns to enjoy the amazing tsipouro of the village that is famous for this and the native meats .
Has many attractions that can be seen starting from the stone elementary school is built entirely of granite on the hill in the center of the village since 1870.
Just above you will find the church of Agios Athanasios with magnificent wooden temple.
Above the village dominates "Koukos", a rocky and high hill, surrounded by a castle and where there was an important prehistoric settlement, and on its long beach you will find the two stone windmills.
The inhabitants of the village are engaged in fishing, beekeeping, livestock farming and tourism.
The area is full of wonderful beaches such as Kriaritsi, Klimataria, Tourkolimano, Pigadaki, Griavas, Agridia and many others of unique beauty.
All these beaches are located at the foot of Itamos, a mountain with several roads and paths that also hosts the oldest tree in Halkidiki, the eponymous Itamos, whose age exceeds 2000 years.
For the comfortable stay of visitors there are many rooms and apartments to rent, camping, restaurants, bars, but above all the hospitality of the local residents.
During your stay, explore all the surrounding beaches and do not forget to visit the fish taverns in Pigadaki and Tourkolimano.
The "virginity" of the coasts and nature, as well as the authenticity of its inhabitants, will offer you unforgettable holidays.
