General Information

The locals call her Nio. Ios has a long history that begins from the prehistoric years. According to Herodotus Homer the poet of poets was buried in Ios. Homers mother Klimeni was born and died in Ios.
The island capital is build at the location of the ancient city. Chora is a typical Cycladean village with white houses, lanes and churches. All these unfold above the graphic harbour Ormos with the fishing boats and yachts.

Ios has many natural beauties, sandy beaches, and genuine Cycladitic elements. The people are friendly and hospitable. Ios is the preferred destination for young people from all over the world.

Sights

• The Archaeological and Folklore Museum in Chora.
• Τhe Museum of Modern Art in Kolitsanous.
• Τhe hellenistic period tower season and ruins of the ancient aqueduct in St Theodoti.

Beaches

The enthusiasts of swimming will love Ios beaches, others busy like Mylopotas near Chora and others equally beautiful like Ag. Theodoti, Psathi, Kalamas, Plakes, Magganari, Loukas and the coves at Tris Ekklisies.