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The island of Paros (Πάρος) has been famous since antiquity for its excellent translucent marble, called Lychnites. This marble was used for the Temple of Solomon, the Venus de Milo, the temples on Delos, and for Napoleon's tomb. It is an oval shaped island with an area of 195 km² and 10,000 inhabitants. It has two peaks: Profitis Elias 771 m (2530 ft) and Karamboli 747 m (2451 ft). Its main town and port, Parikia, is on the W side of the island.

Paros was first inhabited by Cretans and then by Arcadians under their leader Paros, after whom the island was named. The 7th century BC soldier-poet Archilochos who is believed to be the first to write iambic poetry was from Paros. During the Persian Wars, Paros sided with the Persians. When Athens emerged victorious from those wars, they dispatched Miltiades, the victorious general from the battle of Marathon, to punish the Parians. They resisted successfully. During the Peloponnesian War, Paros was forced by the Athenians to join them in the Delian League. In the 3rd century BC, the island was conquered by the Macedonians who were followed by the Romans. The famous Hellenistic sculptor, Skopas was from Paros. In 1207 AD Paros became part of the Dukedom of Naxos, established by the Venetian Marco Sanudo. In 1389 the then-Duke of Naxos gave Paros to his daughter as part of her dowry. In 1536 the island was captured by Barbarossa and eventually became part of the Ottoman Empire, but was mostly under the control of pirates. In 1670 it became the base of operations of the famous pirate Hugues Chevaliers who inspired Byron's Corsair. In 1770 the Russian fleet spent the winter in Paros. During the 1821 war of Greek Independence, Manto Mavrogenous, whose parents were from Paros and Mykonos, led all of her ships against the Ottomans. Paros became part of the Modern Greek state in 1830. Today the island is invaded every summer by tens of thousands of tourists, yet it still manages to remain one of the most pleasant Cycladic islands.

Charts

BA: 1662 Nisos Milos to Nisos Paros
Imray-Tetra: G33 Southern Cyclades
NIMA: 54332 Nisoi Paros & Naxos
Greek: 423 Paros to Astypalia

Radio Nets

Coast Guard - VHF channel 12; Tel. +30 22840 21 240 (Parikia), +30 22840 51 250 (Naousa)
Olympia Radio - VHF channels 03 & 04

Also see World Cruiser's Nets.

Weather

See Aegean Sea.

Approach and Navigation

The two main ports of Paros have tricky approaches:

Danger: Be aware of the many low-lying rocks and reefs during your approach either Parikia or Naoussa. In October 2002 a Greek ferry ran aground approaching Parikia with the loss of 78 people.

Warning: The Antiparos Channel is very shallow. In anything but calm weather it is better to approach channel anchorages from the south.

Berthing Options

Ports

Chart of Parikia

Parikia [[Paros#Parikia|Parikia]] (Παροικία) 37°05.4′N, 25°08.9′E

Parikia is the main commercial harbor of the island. It is a fairly busy and noisy harbor but it is an excellent shelter form the meltemi and from the south winds.

Moor stern-to in the Yacht Quay in Parikia paying particular attention to the boulders near the quay 3 metres on outside of west end less further east. The bottom is sand and weed — good holding.

Laundry - Opposite Graveyard. Pick up and delivery to boat. Phone +30 6974 394887.

There are now permanent mooring inside the Yacht harbor. Charter boats use the harbor on weekends so a space may be difficult to find from Friday night through Sunday morning. -- Daphnoula 2014

The Yacht Quay in Parikia

Chart of old Naoussa harbor

Naoussa [[Paros#Naoussa|Naoussa]] (Νάουσσα) 37°07.5′N, 25°14.1′E

Naoussa previously had only a small overcrowded harbor with room for only eight yachts. In 2011 it was completely rebuilt creating a nice marina with 74 places for yachts (and up to 80 yachts in calm weather). Laid lines along south wall, most other berths are side to with rafting common. If anchoring, watch for blocks and chains from the unused laid line system. Larger boats go stern to on their anchor where the large boat shows alongside in the satelite picture below (blocks did not seem to be a problem here, depth >3m) but watch for stones at the base of the pier running northward. The ferry comes and goes stern to the north end of the pier. Water and electricity was not available. Harbor master is a very friendly man, will meet you at the end of western breakwater, show your place and help you with mooring lines. Mooring fee is €15, electricity €1.5 per kWh, €2 per 100 liters of water (you can expect good discounts from harbor master during checkout).

In a visit in May 2012 the harbor master was not to be found and the boxes were all locked.

In good weather you can anchor off and visit the town.

The new Naoussa marina

Satellite view of Naoussa harbor

The old harbor of Naoussa

The Inner Harbor of Naoussa

Marinas & Yacht Clubs

Part of the harbor of Naoussa is operated as a marina. See above.

Anchorages

Chart of Naoussa Bay

Naoussa Bay [[Paros#Naoussa Bay|Naoussa Bay]] 37°8.36′N, 25°14.64′E

Naoussa Bay is a large bay on the NE of the island. Within the bay there is the harbor of Naoussa and several attractive anchorages:

Ayios Ioannis [[Paros#Ayios Ioannis|Ayios Ioannis]] 37°08.576'N, 025°13.714'E

This is an excellent all weather anchorage. Anchor either to the S of the beach at 5-6 m or to W at 8-12 m. Sand with some weed bottom, good holding. Very quiet and pleasant. Some bathers during the day but secluded in the evening. Plenty of room for many yachts. About 1 M dinghy ride to Naoussa but with a meltemi the ride can be very wet.

Near the church a new "disco" operates emitting very loud "music." It is best to stay some distance away.

Plastira [[Paros#Plastira|Plastira]] 37°07.6′N, 25°13.1′E

Same as Ayios Ioannis but somewhat more exposed and less secluded.

Langeri [[Paros#Langeri|Langeri]] 37°08.2′N, 25°16′E

This is also a good anchorage but not as pleasant as Ayios Ioannis because of the nearby power plant.

Near Parikia [[Paros#Near Parikia|Near Parikia]] 37°05.6′N, 25°09.1′E

More quiet off-shore anchoring is possible to the north of Parikia but within dinghy distance, behind Cape Ayios Fokas. These anchorages are exposed to the south wind but are well protected from the meltemi.

Marpissa [[Paros#Marpissa|Marpissa]] 37°01.907'N, 025°15.477'E

Possible anchorage off the picturesque village with good shelter from the meltemi.

Befalls [[Paros#Befalls|Befalls]] 37°03.2′N, 25°16.3′E

Somewhat exposed to meltemi.

Aliki [[Paros#Aliki|Aliki]] 36°59.725'N, 025°07.938'E

This large bay on the south side of the island offers good protection from the meltemi. The town is pleasant, less crowded than Parikia or Naoussa and it is much closer to the airport. Look before you anchor as there is a huge anchor near the center of the bay. Good holding in sand. -- Daphnoula

Offshore Islands

Chart of Antiparos Channel

Antiparos [[Paros#Antiparos|Antiparos]] 37°02.4′N, 25°05.3′E

Antiparos is a small island south of Paros, separated by a narrow and shallow channel. It is a fairly popular vacation spot with the fashionable Athenian set. The main attraction of the island is its significant cave (open 10:45-15:00) complete with spectacular stalactites.

Antiparos was know in the antiquity as Oliaros. Tradition has it that the cave was discovered in the 7th century BC by the poet-soldier Archilochos from Paros who carved his name on stalactite starting a long tradition of graffiti and defacing.

The small harbor provides some protection from the meltemi but it is quite shallow (2-3 m). To the S, on the Antiparos Channel there are also several places where anchoring is possible. Any of these places are good for visiting the cave.

Warning: The Antiparos Channel is very shallow, in anything but calm weather it is better to approach these anchorages from the south.

Dhespotico Island

There are two coves on the SE of the island. They look as promising and attractive anchorages.

Chart of Despotico Bay

Dhespotico Bay [[Paros#Dhespotico Bay|Dhespotico Bay]] (Δεσποτικό) 36°58.2′N, 25°01.4′E

This is the bay between the islands of Despotico and Antiparos. The bay was a port for pirates in the 16th and 17th centuries AD.

There is good shelter and holding in the bay and it is very attractive. Restaurant ashore.

A couple of coves on the S side look very promising.

Warning: With strong S winds the bay may not be tenable.

The SE entrance to the Bay of Despotico Bay

Despotico Bay from Antiparos

Looking S towards Despotiko Island

S Cove of Dhespotico Island [[Paros#S Cove of Dhespotico Island|S Cove of Dhespotico Island]] 36°57.248'N, 025°00.061'E

This cove looks promising.

Yacht Services and Repairs

Marine Stores

Only fishing supplies.

Repairs/Yards

If you need repairs, it will be better to go to Syros.

Fuel, Water, & Electricity

Fuel: A fuel truck also delivers in both Parikia and Naoussa; In Parikia within 200 m and in Naoussa near the quay
Water: On the quay in both Parikia and Naoussa
Electricity: N/A (Not Available)

Things to do Ashore

Tourism

In Paros

Both Parikia and in Naoussa are picturesque towns with wonderful Cycladic architecture. Naoussa with its small fishing harbor ( a sunken small Venetian castle) is a jewel.

In Parikia, in addition to the Venetian Castle, there is Paros' most significant monument, the Ekatontapyliani (of a hundred doors) Cathedral. Legend has it that St. Hellen, the mother of the Roman Emperor Constantine, stopped here, during a gale, on her way to Palestine to recover the Holy Cross. She prayed for the success of her journey and promised that if she was successful she would built a church. That she did. Today's church was built by Justinian on the site of the original one. According to the legend, whenever the all 100 doors or entrances are found, Istanbul (Constantinoupolis) will once again be Greek. The architect of this church was Ignatios, a student of Isidoros the builder of Ayia Sophia. According to one legend when Isidoros came to inspect his pupil's work was so jealous that he dragged Ignatios down a well. There is a representation of this incident on one of the columns of the marble gate to the north of the church. Again others say that the column is more ancient, from a temple of Dionysos, and it actually depicts two satyrs. At any rate, the marble iconostasis is a "must see" item. The Baptistry, to right of the church, dates from the 4th century AD and is believed to be the oldest Orthodox baptistry. Another story concerns Ayia Theoktisi whose tomb is in the church. She was a 9th century nun who was captured by pirates on Lesvos. She escaped the pirates and hid in the forests of Paros where she lived for 35 years until she was found by a hunter. He brought her to the cathedral where she had communion. As soon as she did so she died. The hunter realizing that she was a saint, cut off her hand so that he would have a valuable holy relic. He was unable, however to sail away from the island until he returned the hand.

The Museum in Parikia contains among many other significant exhibits a series of marble tablets, the Parian Chronicle, depicting the history of Greece from 1500 to 264 BC. Also at the outskirts of the town there is a second century BC Cemetery.

Near Parikia at Tholos there is third century BC Ancient Pottery Workshop worth seeing. To the east of Parikia at Marathi are the ancient quarries that have provided the fabulous Parian marble.

The beach of Kolimbithres near Naoussa with its strange rock formations is well worth a visit. So are the picturesque villages of Marpissa and Marmara (also possible anchorages).

When you drive around Paros note the many pigeon cotes built with stones in a typical Cycladic style.

A Street in Paroikia

The Ekatontapyliani Cathedral

The Castle in Parikia

A Street in Naoussa

A Kafenio in Naoussa

The Ancient Quarry

A Hill

A Pigeon-house

Beauties at the Beach

In Antiparos

Visit the stalactite cave.

The Antiparos Cave

View from the Antiparos Cave

Grocery & Supply Stores

Many food stores in both Parikia and Naoussa.

Eateries

Good food at Zorbas (with live Rembetika music) and at Tamarisko restaurants in Parikia
There is a very good bakery (open on Sundays) in Naoussa just a few meters S of the quay

Internet/WiFi

In Internet cafes.

Laundry

In Parikia and Naoussa (in the town).

Motorbike & Car Rentals

Possible in both Parikia and Naoussa.

Garbage Disposal

There are bins around the harbors and in several anchorages.

Transportation

There are daily flights and ferries to and from Athens.

Routes/Passages To/From

Cruiser's Friends

Contact details of "Cruiser's Friends" that can be contacted for local information or assistance.

Forum Discussions

List links to discussion threads on partnering forums. (see link for requirements)

External Links

Paros at the Wikipedia
Paros at the Wikivoyage
Despotiko at the Wikipedia
Antiparos at the Wikipedia

References & Publications

See Greece.

Comments

We welcome users' contributions to the Wiki. Please click on Comments to view other users' comments, add your own personal experiences or recommend any changes to this page following your visit. Personal experiences?

Verified by

Date of member's last visit to Paros and this page's details validated:

1983 (Antiparos) --Istioploos Travels with S/Y Thetis
September 1999 (Plastira) --Istioploos
June 2000 (Parikia, Near Parikia) --Istioploos
June 2003 (Naoussa) --Istioploos
August 2006 (Ayios Ioannis) --Istioploos
June 2009 (Dhespotico Bay) --Istioploos
April 2012 (Naoussa) --Almaz
May 2012 (Parikia, Naoussa) --Monterey
Sept 2014 (Parikia, Aliki) -- Daphnoula

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Names: Istioploos, Athene of Lymington, Almaz, Monterey, Daphnoula

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 ==Berthing Options==
 ===Ports===
-====Parikia====
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-{{Infobox |37|05.4|N|25|08.9|E|
-| name= Parikia
-| zoom= 15
 | image= Greece_Paros_Paroikia_r.jpg
 | imagetext= Chart of Parikia
-}}
+| text= Parikia is the main commercial harbor of the island. It is a fairly busy and noisy harbor but it is an excellent shelter form the ''meltemi'' and from the south winds.
-Parikia (Παροικία) is the main commercial harbor of the island. It is a fairly busy and noisy harbor but it is an excellent shelter form the ''meltemi'' and from the south winds.
 Moor stern-to in the ''Yacht Quay'' in Parikia paying particular attention to the boulders near the quay 3 metres on outside of west end less further east. The bottom is sand and weed — good holding.
-Laundry - Opposite Graveyard. Pick up and delivery to boat. 6974 394887.
+Laundry - Opposite Graveyard. Pick up and delivery to boat. Phone +30 6974 394887.
-={{Verified by}}=
+There are now permanent mooring inside the Yacht harbor. Charter boats use the harbor on weekends so a space may be difficult to find from Friday night through Sunday morning. --[[User:Daphnoula| Daphnoula]] 2014}}
-''Date of member's visit to this Port/Stop &amp; this page's details validated'':
-* June 2000 {{Istioploos2}}
-* May 2012 --[[User:Monterey|Monterey]] [[Image:Bermuda Icon.png]]
-*
 {{Image center|Paros_Paroikia.jpg |The Yacht Quay in Parikia |300px }}
-There are now permanent mooring inside the Yacht harbor. Charter boats use the harbor on weekends so a space may be difficult to find from Friday night through Sunday morning. --[[User:Daphnoula| Daphnoula]] 2014
-====Naoussa====
+{{Poi |37|07.5|N|25|14.1|E| | type= harbour |name= Naoussa |altname= Νάουσσα |zoom= 17
-{{Infobox |37|07.5|N|25|14.1|E|
-| name= Naoussa
-| zoom= 17
 | image= Greece_Paros_Naousa_h.jpg
 | imagetext= Chart of old Naoussa harbor
-}}
+| text= Naoussa previously had only a small overcrowded harbor with room for only eight yachts. In 2011 it was completely rebuilt creating a nice marina with 74 places for yachts (and up to 80 yachts in calm weather). Laid lines along south wall, most other berths are side to with rafting common. If anchoring, watch for blocks and chains from the unused laid line system. Larger boats go stern to on their anchor where the large boat shows alongside in the satelite picture below (blocks did not seem to be a problem here, depth >3m) but watch for stones at the base of the pier running northward. The ferry comes and goes stern to the north end of the pier. Water and electricity was not available. Harbor master is a very friendly man, will meet you at the end of western breakwater, show your place and help you with mooring lines. Mooring fee is €15, electricity €1.5 per kWh, €2 per 100 liters of water (you can expect good discounts from harbor master during checkout).
-{{Image right |Naoussa_marina.jpg |The new Naoussa marina }}
-Naoussa (Νάουσσα) previously had only a small overcrowded harbor with room for only eight yachts. In 2011 it was completely rebuilt creating a nice marina with 74 places for yachts (and up to 80 yachts in calm weather). Laid lines along south wall, most other berths are side to with rafting common. If anchoring, watch for blocks and chains from the unused laid line system. Larger boats go stern to on their anchor where the large boat shows alongside in the satelite picture below (blocks did not seem to be a problem here, depth >3m) but watch for stones at the base of the pier running northward. The ferry comes and goes stern to the north end of the pier. Water and electricity was not available. Harbor master is a very friendly man, will meet you at the end of western breakwater, show your place and help you with mooring lines. Mooring fee is €15, electricity €1.5 per kWh, €2 per 100 liters of water (you can expect good discounts from harbor master during checkout).
 In a visit in May 2012 the harbor master was not to be found and the boxes were all locked.
-In good weather you can anchor off and visit the town.
+In good weather you can anchor off and visit the town. }}
-={{Verified by}}=
+{{Image right |Naoussa_marina.jpg |The new Naoussa marina }}
-''Date of member's visit to this Port/Stop &amp; this page's details validated'':
-* June 2003 {{Istioploos2}}
-* April 2012 --[[User:Almaz|Almaz]] [[Image:Ukraine Icon.png]]
-* May 2012 --[[User:Monterey|Monterey]] [[Image:Bermuda Icon.png]]
-*
 {{Image center|NaousaHarbour.jpg |Satellite view of Naoussa harbor |320px }}
-<center style="clear: both;"><gallery widths="280px" heights="180px" perrow="3">
+{{hgallery|
-Image:Paros_NaoussaHrbr.jpg|The old harbor of Naoussa
+ {{himage|Paros_NaoussaHrbr.jpg|The old harbor of Naoussa}}
-Image:Paros_NaoussaBts.jpg|The Inner Harbor of Naoussa
+ {{himage|Paros_NaoussaBts.jpg|The Inner Harbor of Naoussa}}
-</gallery></center>
+}}
 ===Marinas & Yacht Clubs===
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 ===Anchorages===
-====Naoussa Bay====
+{{Poi |37|8.36|N|25|14.64|E| | type= anchorage |name= Naoussa Bay |zoom= 14
-{{Infobox |37|8.36|N|25|14.64|E|
-| name= Naoussa Bay
-| zoom= 14
 | image= Greece_Paros_Naousa_r.jpg
 | imagetext= Chart of Naoussa Bay
-}}
+| text= Naoussa Bay is a large bay on the NE of the island. Within the bay there is the harbor of [[#Naoussa|Naoussa]] and several attractive anchorages: }}
-Naoussa Bay is a large bay on the NE of the island. Within the bay there is the harbor of [[#Naoussa|Naoussa]] and several attractive anchorages:
-{{Poi |37|08.6|N|25|13.96|E|| type= anchorage| name= Ayios Ioannis
+{{Poi |lat=37.14294 |lon=25.22856 | type= anchorage| name= Ayios Ioannis | zoom= 16
 | text= This is an excellent all weather anchorage. Anchor either to the S of the beach at 5-6 m or to W at 8-12 m. Sand with some weed bottom, good holding. Very quiet and pleasant. Some bathers during the day but secluded in the evening. Plenty of room for many yachts. About 1 M dinghy ride to Naoussa but with a meltemi the ride can be very wet.
 Near the church a new "disco" operates emitting very loud "music." It is best to stay some distance away.}}
-=={{Verified by}}==
+{{Poi |37|07.6|N|25|13.1|E| | type= anchorage| name= Plastira | zoom= 15
-* August 2006 {{Istioploos2}}
-*
-{{Poi |37|07.6|N|25|13.1|E| | type= anchorage| name= Plastira
 | text= Same as Ayios Ioannis but somewhat more exposed and less secluded.}}
-=={{Verified by}}==
+{{Poi |37|08.2|N|25|16|E| | type= anchorage| name= Langeri | zoom= 15
-* September 1999 {{Istioploos2}}
-*
-{{Poi |37|08.2|N|25|16|E| | type= anchorage| name= Langeri
 | text= This is also a good anchorage but not as pleasant as Ayios Ioannis because of the nearby power plant.}}
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 | text= More quiet off-shore anchoring is possible to the north of [[#Parikia|Parikia]] but within dinghy distance, behind Cape Ayios Fokas. These anchorages are exposed to the south wind but are well protected from the ''meltemi''.}}
-={{Verified by}}=
+{{Poi |lat=37.03178 |lon=25.25795 |zoom=15 | type= anchorage| name= Marpissa
-* June 2000 {{Istioploos2}}
-*
-{{Poi |37|01.8|N|25|15.6|E|| type= anchorage| name= Marpissa
 | text= Possible anchorage off the picturesque village with good shelter from the ''meltemi''.}}
-{{Poi |37|03.2|N|25|16.3|E| | type= anchorage| name= Kefalos
+{{Poi |37|03.2|N|25|16.3|E| | type= anchorage| name= Befalls | zoom= 15
 | text= Somewhat exposed to ''meltemi''.}}
-====Aliki====
+{{Poi |lat=36.99542 |lon=25.1323 |zoom=15| type= anchorage |name= Aliki
-This large bay on the south side of the island offers good protection from the meltemi.  The town is pleasant, less crowded than Parikia or Naoussa and it is much closer to the airport.  Look before you anchor as there is a huge anchor near the center of the bay. Good holding in sand.  --[[User:Daphnoula| Daphnoula]]
+| text= This large bay on the south side of the island offers good protection from the meltemi.  The town is pleasant, less crowded than Parikia or Naoussa and it is much closer to the airport.  Look before you anchor as there is a huge anchor near the center of the bay. Good holding in sand.  --[[User:Daphnoula| Daphnoula]]}}
 ===Offshore Islands===
-====Antiparos====
+{{Poi |37|02.4|N|25|05.3|E| | type= island |name= Antiparos |zoom= 12
-{{Infobox |37|02.4|N|25|05.3|E|
-| name= Antiparos
-| zoom= 12
 | image= Greece_Paros_Antiparos_r.jpg
 | imagetext= Chart of Antiparos Channel
-}}
+| text= [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Antiparos Antiparos] is a small island south of Paros, separated by a narrow and shallow channel. It is a fairly popular vacation spot with the fashionable Athenian set. The main attraction of the island is its significant cave (open 10:45-15:00) complete with spectacular stalactites.
-[http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Antiparos Antiparos] is a small island south of Paros, separated by a narrow and shallow channel. It is a fairly popular vacation spot with the fashionable Athenian set. The main attraction of the island is its significant cave (open 10:45-15:00) complete with spectacular stalactites.
 Antiparos was know in the antiquity as Oliaros. Tradition has it that the cave was discovered in the 7th century BC by the poet-soldier [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Archilochos_of_Paros Archilochos] from Paros who carved his name on stalactite starting a long tradition of graffiti and defacing.
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 The small harbor provides some protection from the ''meltemi'' but it is quite shallow (2-3 m). To the S, on the Antiparos Channel there are also several places where anchoring is possible. Any of these places are good for visiting the cave.
-{{Warning}}The Antiparos Channel is very shallow, in anything but calm weather it is better to approach these anchorages from the south.
+{{Warning}}The Antiparos Channel is very shallow, in anything but calm weather it is better to approach these anchorages from the south.}}
-={{Verified by}}=
-* 1983 {{Istioploos2}}
-*
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 There are two coves on the SE of the island. They look as promising and attractive anchorages.
-====Dhespotico Bay====
+{{Poi |36|58.2|N|25|01.4|E| | type= island |name= Dhespotico Bay |altname= Δεσποτικό |zoom= 15
-{{Infobox |36|58.2|N|25|01.4|E|
-| name= Dhespotico Bay
-| zoom= 15
 | image= Greece_Paros_Despotiko_r.jpg
 | imagetext= Chart of Despotico Bay
-}}
+| text= This is the bay between the islands of [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Despotiko Despotico] and [[#Antiparos|Antiparos]].  The bay was a port for pirates in the 16th and 17th centuries AD.
-This is the bay between the islands of [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Despotiko Despotico] (Δεσποτικό) and [[#Antiparos|Antiparos]].  The bay was a port for pirates in the 16th and 17th centuries AD.
 There is good shelter and holding in the bay and it is very attractive. Restaurant ashore.
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 A couple of coves on the S side look very promising.
-{{Warning}}With strong S winds the bay may not be tenable.
+{{Warning}}With strong S winds the bay may not be tenable.}}
-={{Verified by}}=
+{{hgallery|
+ {{himage|Greece_Despotiko1.jpg|The SE entrance to the Bay of Despotico Bay}}
-* June 2009 {{Istioploos2}}
+  {{himage|Paros_Despotico.jpg|Despotico Bay from Antiparos}}
-*
+ {{himage|Greece_Despotiko2.jpg|Looking S towards Despotiko Island}}
+}}
-<center style="clear: both;"><gallery  caption="Despotico Bay" widths="220px" heights="150px" perrow="3">
+{{Poi |lat=36.95414 |lon=25.00102 |zoom=15 | type= island  |name= S Cove of Dhespotico Island
-Image:Greece_Despotiko1.jpg|The SE entrance to the Bay
+| text= This cove looks promising. }}
-Image:Paros_Despotico.jpg|from Antiparos
-Image:Greece_Despotiko2.jpg|Looking S towards Despotiko Island
-</gallery></center>
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 When you drive around Paros note the many pigeon cotes built with stones in a typical Cycladic style.
-<center><gallery caption="Paros" widths="150px" heights="150px" perrow="3">
+{{hgallery|
-Image:Paros_ParikoiaSt.jpg|A Street in Paroikia
+ {{himage|Paros_ParikoiaSt.jpg|A Street in Paroikia}}
-Image:Paros_Ekato.jpg|The Ekatontapyliani Cathedral
+ {{himage|Paros_Ekato.jpg|The Ekatontapyliani Cathedral}}
-Image:Paros_ParoikiaCstl.jpg|The Castle in Parikia
+ {{himage|Paros_ParoikiaCstl.jpg|The Castle in Parikia}}
-Image:Paros_NaoussaStr.jpg|A Street in Naoussa
+ {{himage|Paros_NaoussaStr.jpg|A Street in Naoussa}}
-Image:Paros_NaoussaOct.jpg|A Kafenio in Naoussa
+ {{himage|Paros_NaoussaOct.jpg|A ''Kafenio'' in Naoussa}}
-Image:Paros_Quarry.jpg|The Ancient Quarry
+ {{himage|Paros_Quarry.jpg|The Ancient Quarry}}
-Image:Paros_ParosHill.jpg|A Hill
+ {{himage|Paros_ParosHill.jpg|A Hill}}
-Image:Paros_Pigeon_house.jpg|A Pigeon-house
+ {{himage|Paros_Pigeon_house.jpg|A Pigeon-house}}
-Image:Paros_Beuties.jpg|Beauties at the Beach
+ {{himage|Paros_Beuties.jpg|Beauties at the Beach}}
-</gallery></center>
+}}
 =====In Antiparos=====
 Visit the stalactite cave.
-<center><gallery caption="Antiparos" widths="200px" heights="140px" perrow="2">
+{{hgallery|
-Image:Paros_Cave.jpg|The Cave
+ {{himage|Paros_Cave.jpg|The Antiparos Cave }}
-Image:Paros_Antiparos.jpg|View from the Cave
+ {{himage|Paros_Antiparos.jpg|View from the Antiparos Cave}}
-</gallery></center>
+}}
 ====Grocery & Supply Stores====
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 ==External Links==
 * {{wikipedia}}
-* [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Despotiko Despotiko] at the Wikipedia}
+* {{Wikivoyage}}
-* [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Antiparos Antiparos] at the Wikipedia}
+* {{wikipedia|Despotiko|Despotiko}}
+* {{wikipedia|Antiparos|Antiparos}}
 *
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 {{Verified by}}
-''See individual [[#Ports|ports]], [[#Anchorages|anchorages]] and [[#Offshore Islands|islands]] in this page''.
+* 1983 ([[#Antiparos|Antiparos]]) {{Istioploos2}}
+* September 1999  ([[#Plastira|Plastira]]) --[[User:Istioploos|Istioploos]]
+* June 2000 ([[#Parikia|Parikia]], [[#Near Parikia|Near Parikia]]) --[[User:Istioploos|Istioploos]]
+* June 2003 ([[#Naoussa|Naoussa]]) --[[User:Istioploos|Istioploos]]
+* August 2006 ([[#Ayios Ioannis|Ayios Ioannis]]) --[[User:Istioploos|Istioploos]]
+* June 2009 ([[#Dhespotico Bay|Dhespotico Bay]]) --[[User:Istioploos|Istioploos]]
+* April 2012 ([[#Naoussa|Naoussa]]) --[[User:Almaz|Almaz]] [[Image:Ukraine Icon.png]]
+* May 2012 ([[#Parikia|Parikia]], [[#Naoussa|Naoussa]]) --[[User:Monterey|Monterey]] [[Image:Bermuda Icon.png]]
+* Sept 2014 ([[#Parikia|Parikia]], [[#Aliki|Aliki]]) --[[User:Daphnoula| Daphnoula]]
+*

Paros 37°05.4′N, 25°08.9′E37.09;25.148333333333 destination
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