Sifnos
Non-traditional dwellings proliferate on Sifnos
Nestled amidst holiday homes and tourist accommodations stands an architectural gem - a traditional "themonia," as the locals affectionately call it. This quaint farmhouse, crafted from whitewashed stone, stands in accordance with the materials available in the region.
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Island communities divided over spread of holiday villas
An increasing number of Greece's Aegean islands are following the model used - many say overused - on Mykonos and Santorini, both international tourism magnets. New construction springs up constantly, as for example on the island of Sifnos (photo), with homeowners increasingly coming from abroad.
Cycladic islands’ character under threat
The alarming course of destruction wrought to the unique landscape and character of the Cycladic islands in the Aegean is highlighted by the proposal of the Hellenic Society for the Environment and Cultural Heritage (ELLET) to the Europa Nostra federation regarding endangered monuments and cultural heritage sites.
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Preserving heritage: Exploring pottery and maritime traditions in the Cyclades
Founded in 2019 by a team of local and international experts based in Athens and the island of Syros, the Archipelago Network has unveiled two new projects dedicated to protecting and revitalizing the rich heritage of the Cyclades.
Islands elusive for many Greeks as prices rise
Many Greeks lament the carefree days when they could travel to the Cycladic islands having secured affordable lodgings, just a few weeks in advance.
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Sifnos locals, friends stand up against overdevelopment
Local residents and businesses on Sifnos are backing a letter recently sent by the municipality to three ministries, calling for a ban on swimming pools, underground buildings, the alteration of the island's architectural heritage and the destruction of paths.
Sifnos calls for ban on cave houses, pools
Expressing its deep concern "about the destruction of its cultural heritage," the Municipality of Sifnos has become the first in the Cyclades island chain to ask the state to stop the construction of cave houses, ban private swimming pools and enforce stricter measures to protect it from dizzying tourist development.
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Fisherman, 21, found dead in Sifnos
A preliminary investigation is underway by the Sifnos Port Station
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The Fall of Troy - How did the Greeks know in day? (drone video)
The amazing 76 ‘fire’ towers of Sifnos
News of the Fall of Troy reached Greeks in a day! This is how (drone video)
The amazing 76 ‘fire’ towers of Sifnos