Paros

Overview of Paros

The island is a popular destination with beautiful beaches, charming villages, and a few monasteries and historical sites.

Key Facts

• Type of place: island.

• Tourist interest: ★★ (worth seeing).

• Location:

• Local time: Heure : Paros

• Main town: Parikia.

• Population: 13,715 (2011).

• Area: 196.3 km².

• Highest point: 724 m.

• Coastline: 111 km.

• Website: http://www.paros.gr/fr/

History of Paros

Island Environment

Wildlife and Flora

Precautions

What to See and Do in Paros

In the Surrounding Area

Climate and Weather in Paros

The island has a Mediterranean climate, sunny and windy, characterized by dry summers and rainfall mainly in winter. Temperatures rarely drop below 10°C in winter or rise above 30°C in summer. The best time to visit—both for weather and fewer crowds—is spring or early autumn.

Sea Temperature Throughout the Year

Transportation

Getting There

Getting Around

Accommodation

Food

Useful Addresses

Further Information