Sikinos
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Sikinos
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Sikinos (Σίκινος) is a small barren dry island E of Folegandros and W of Ios. Sikinos has an area of 41 km2 and is not heavily populated, it is relative underdeveloped. It has been recently declared an "Ecosystem of European Importance" because it hosts wild pigeons, rare cat vipers and sand snakes, black headed hawks, sea birds, and an occasional monk seal.
The island was named after Sikinos the son of Thoas, who was banished from Limnos, and was set adrift in a chest. The chest was washed here and Thoas was recovered by a sea nymph.
Sikinos was famous in antiquity for its wine.
Charts
- BA
- 1037 Nisís Falkonera to Nísos Ios
- Imray-Tetra
- G33 Southern Cyclades (West)
- NIMA
- 54320 Kiklades Nisoi to Kriti
- Greek
- 415 Ydra to Sikinos
Weather
See Aegean Sea.
Passages
Islands
None.
Communication
- Goast Guard - VHF channel 12
- Olympia Radio - VHF channels 26 & 87
Also see World Cruiser's Nets.
Approaches to Sikinos are straightforward.
Berthing
Ports
Skala
Skala or Alopronia (Αλοπρόνια) is the harbor and only anchorage in Sikinos. The harbour is shallow with very limited room to manoeuvre and little space for yachts. In June 2009 there were depths of only 2.5 meters in the approaches. Larger yachts beware! Limited mooring options are either alongside the small quay or anchoring off, although the harbour is shallow and very rocky.
Warning: There are lots of rocks on west side of the little harbor.Marinas & Yacht Clubs
None.
Anchorages
None.
Amenities
Facilities | |
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Water | N/A (Not Available) |
Electricity | N/A |
Toilets | N/A |
Showers | N/A |
Laundry | ? |
Garbage | ? |
Supplies | |
Fuel | N/A |
Bottled gas | ? |
Chandlers | None |
Services | |
Repairs | N/A |
Internet | ? |
Mobile connectivity | ? |
Vehicle rentals | N/A |
Provisioning
Give the names and locations of supermarkets, grocery stores, bakeries, etc.
Eating out
Give the name of recommended restaurant, tavernas, pastry stores, etc.)
Transportation
There are daily boats to Folegandros and Ios and ferries 4-5 times a week to Piraeus.
Tourism
History
Give a short history of the island.
Places to Visit
List places of interest, tours, etc.
Friends
Contact details of "Cruiser's Friends" that can be contacted for local information or assistance.
Forums
List links to discussion threads on partnering forums. (see link for requirements)
Links
References
See Greece.
Comments
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Verified by
Date of member's last visit to Sikinos and this page's details validated:
- July 1987 --Istioploos Travels with S/Y Thetis
- May 2009 --Athene of Lymington
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