Sikinos
Population: 273 (2011)
ISLAND OVERVIEW
Sikinos is located midway between the islands of Ios and Folegandros on the southern side of Cyclades. With a total surface of less than 40 sq.km and a coastline of 41 km, it is hilly and nearly all of the island’s area is covered by terraces used for vineyards although only a handful are now in use.
Skininos is quiet and relatively less developed than the neighbouring islands. The capital village is Chora which can be reached on foot following a narrow and windy road of about 4 km north of the port of Alopronoia. It has two settlements adjacent to each other, “Castro” to the west and “Chorio” to the east. There are a handful of tavernas in the harbour. The beach at the harbour is one of two large sandy beaches on the island.
Several ancient ruins rest on the island, although much of the island is very difficult to access due to the terrain, there are some roads.
There is a regular ferry connection between Sikinos and Piraeus port, as ferry routes are carried out approximately 3 times per week. However, the duration of the trip is about 9 hours. You can also reach Sikinos from other islands of the Cyclades complex, like Santorini, Folegandros, and Ios.
The Island & Its History
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In ancient times, Sikinos was known as ‘Oenoe’ meaning ‘the Island of Wine’ after its its cultivation of the vine and extensive wine production.
The island was probably colonised by Ionians like most of the other Grecian islands
There are some remains of an ancient city situated upon a lofty and rugged mountain. There is also an ancient temple of the Pythian Apollo, now converted into the church Episkopí. It stands in a depression between the main range of mountains, and the summit lying more to the left, upon which the ruins of the ancient city stand.
Prayer Points
- The people on the island will realize their need for God and their eyes will be opened to the truth and love of God through reading the Bible for themselves.
- The Lord will work in the lives of all the God-fearing religious people already living on this island, and bring healing & refreshment to their lives.
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