DONOUSA

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DONOUSA

Donousa is the northernmost island of the Lesser Eastern Cyclades group and lies east of Naxos and north of Amorgos. Its area is 13 square
kilometers. The terrain is rocky, while the shore forms numerous coves with small, sand beaches.

Donousa has a population of 160; its inhabitants make their living from fishing, livestock keeping, and, recently, tourism. There are five settlements on
the island:

Stavros, called Kampos locally, us the largest and also the island's port. Set around a sheltered harbor on Donoussa's southwestern end, it's a charming
settlement featuring the traditional architecture of the Cyclades.

Timios Stavros is located on the island's eastern side and takes its name from the church, which is also its main landmark. The other settlements -
Mersini, Haravgi, and Kalotaritissa - are picturesque and perfect destinations for leisurely strolling tours.

HISTORY

Donoussa has been known by this name since the Geometric era, a fact confirmed by the identification of Geometric-era ruins at several sites on the
island.

According to the mythology, the island is where Dionyssos hid Ariadne so Theseus would not be able to find her.

SIGHTS
● Toihos Cave on the northwest.
● Fokospilia, a cave on Cape Moschonas where seals shelter.
● Ruins of Geometric-era settlements.
● The church of Timios Stavros.
● The Panayia church.
● The church of Ayios Ioannis.

BEACHES
● Vathi Limenari
● Kedros Bay, where the ruins of a German warship sunk by the Allied Forces in the second world war, can be seen on the seabed.
● Livadi Bay
● Fikios
● Kalotairitissa

EVENTS

The observation of the feast of the Assumption of the Virgin on August 15 at Stavros includes a folk festival with live traditional music, dances, and
patatato (a local dish).

Folk celebrations marking feast of the Cross (Stavros) on September 14 with traditional music, dance, and local foods.

"Treasure Hunt," a game rooted in folk tales about pirates using Donoussa for anchorage. The Innkeepers' Festival in July 27 featuring exhibits of
photography and folk art.

The "Innkeepers' Festival" in July 27 featuring exhibits of photography and folk art.

The feast of Ayia Sofia on September 19 at the Church of Ayia Sofia at Mersini.

USEFUL TELEPHONES

DONOUSA COMMUNITY 22850 51600

CITIZENS SERVICE BUREAU (KEP) 22850 29107
MEDICAL CENTRE 22850 51506
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