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A Cycladic island with a long history and a great maritime tradition, Andros is a journey into the world of art and culture. Archaeological sites, ancient temples with a rich history, and museums with exhibitions that attract international attention compose the image of an island with a great cultural heritage and tradition. Discover the Museum of Contemporary Art, the Archaeological Museums of Andros and Paleopolis, the Kairis Library Foundation, the Naval Museum, and the Olive Museum, and of course, the magnificent Kaireios Library.

Contemporary Art Museum

Contemporary Art Museum

The Museum of Contemporary Art in Andros Town was founded by Basil and Elise Goulandris Foundation. A museum equipped with modern museum standards, in order to organize international exhibitions.

Archaeological Museum of Andros

Archaeological Museum of Andros

The Archaeological Museum of Chora takes you on a journey through the history of Andros. It was founded in 1981 with the sponsorship of the Basil & Elise Goulandris Foundation.

Palaiopolis Archaeological Museum

Palaiopolis Archaeological Museum

The Museum is located in Paleopolis. It includes sculptures, statues, coins and inscriptions found during the excavations of the island's ancient capital.

Kaireios Library

Kaireios Library

Kaireios Library in Andros was created in honor of Theophilos Kairis, one of the most important intellectuals of the 1821 revolution.

Kydonieos Foundation

Kydonieos Foundation

The foundation of Petros and Marika Kydonieos, is a cultural and spiritual center in Andros.

Cyclades Olive Museum

Cyclades Olive Museum

Cyclades Olive Museum is is located in Pitrofos village in Andros and is housed on the ground floor of a 150-year-old stone building.

Naval Museum

Naval Museum

The Naval Museum in Andros was founded in 1972 based in the city of Andros. Its purpose is to collect and enrich it with objects of naval content.

Archaeological Site of Ypsili

Archaeological Site of Ypsili

Ypsili is one of the most important fortified settlements of the early Iron Age in the South Aegean.

Archaeological Site of Strofilas

Archaeological Site of Strofilas

The archeological site of Strofilas in Andros is the largest settlement of the Late Neolithic Age that was located in the Aegean.

Archaeological Site of Zagora

Archaeological Site of Zagora

The geometric settlement of Zagora in Andros is one of the best preserved cities of the geometric period in Greece.

Archaeological Site of Palaiopolis

Archaeological Site of Palaiopolis

Palaiopolis was the ancient capital of Andros and the only city on the island during the Classical Era.

Panachrantou Monastery

Panachrantou Monastery

The Monastery of Panachrantou in Andros is located on the north side of Mount Gerakones and is the most beautiful Byzantine monastery on the island.

Saint Nicholas Monastery

Saint Nicholas Monastery

Saint Nicholas monastery in Andros, is an impressive complex of exceptional architecture, which is excellently maintained.

Saint Marina Monastery

Saint Marina Monastery

The Monastery of Saint Marina is one of the most important pilgrimages in Greece and is located in the area of the village of Apoikia north of Andros Town.

Saint Irene Monastery

Saint Irene Monastery

The Monastery of Saint Irene in Andros, was founded in 1780 in the area of Apoikia by two monk brothers.

Zoodochos Pigi Monastery

Zoodochos Pigi Monastery

Zoodochos Pigi is the largest monastery of Andros. From far it looks like a small imposing fortress because of its location, overlooking the blue of the Cyclades.