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Parikia, Greece
About Parikia
Parikia is the capital and the main port of Paros island. It is one of the most typical Cycladic settlements as it distinguishes for its narrow cobbled paths, the old churches, the small shops and the houses in blue and white. Parikia is today one of the most popular and busiest spot of the island, as its cafeterias and restaurants along the waterfront attract many visitors. Parikia is also famous for its vivid nightlife, which makes it along with Naoussa village (on the northern side of the island) the two busiest tourist resorts of Paros.
The history of Parikia starts in the ancient times, as the monuments all over the village show. The port gave to Paros all its strength and made it a great naval power. Along time, the village followed the historical paths of the rest of the island.
The most famous monument close to Parikia is the church of Panagia Ekatontapiliani,
whose name actually means "the church with the 100 doors". This ecclesiastical complex was originally built in the mid-6th century by the Byzantine Emperor Justinian on the side of an ancient gym and a 4th century Christian church. Today it has many interesting frescoes on its walls and it hosts the Ecclesiastical Museum of Parikia. Close to Parikia, you will also find some other interesting monasteries, such as the Monastery of Logovardas, the Monastery of Saint Anargyroi and the Monastery of Jesus of the Forest.
In the centre of Parikia, you can see some Neoclassical mansions hosting public services. There is also a statue of Manto Mavrogenous, the heroine of the Greek War
of Independence (1821-29), who originated from Mykonos but died in Parikia.The trademarks of Parikia are the preserved windmill in the port and the Venetain Castle, on top of the village, which was built by the Venetians in the early 17th century. The walls of the Castle have been built with remains of ancient temples.
Parikia is found on the western side of the island and has 4,500 permanent inhabitants.
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