Tinos is a famous destination for Christian Orthodox pilgrims, a destination for meditation and a source of spiritual strength and courage. Besides that, Tinos is a beautiful island, easy to access from mainland and a place for travellers who prefer tracks off the beaten path. It pays for a visit to the villages of Tinos and the less known beaches. There are many hotels to choose among and restaurants serving the real taste of Cyclades.

 

According to mythology the protector god of the island was Neptune and thanks to his worship, Tinos was considered as an important religious centre before the 5th century BC. The ruins of the temple are in Kionia area next to one of the best beaches in Tinos. The island has been re-established its religious importance after the finding of the sacred icon of Virgin Mary or Panagia Megalohari in Greek in 1823. The icon is considered to be a masterpiece of Evangelist Lucas. The finding of the icon was considered a divine sign and benediction for the Greek nation. The imposing temple, made by white marble is erected on the same point where the icon was found and is dedicated the Annunciation of Virgin Mary.