Lefkes

Nestled in the hilly terrains of Greece, Lefkes is a quaint, tiny village in Paros which is famous for its quintessential Cycladic experience. You can walk along the famous Byzantine road or wander around the streets exploring local gastronomy through the amazing cafés, bakeries and restaurants. For connoisseurs of art, the majestic Triada church is a site one cannot miss.

What distinguishes Lefkes from other villages in Greece: is the stunning view of the mountains of Naxos as you hike down its alleys. The slender lanes made of stones, conventional stone bridges, houses lined with olive groves, aged buildings boasting their neoclassical architecture, and a number of traditional taverns exhibit the authentic Greek culture at its finest. When it was built in the 17th century, its purpose was to protect the residents of Paros island from raiders and pirates. It is the centre point of farming in Paros and the old capital of the island. The squares panelled with bougainvillaea and the webbed lanes make for splendid photographs. Considering the extreme summers of Greece, the months of April to early June or mid-September to October is an ideal time to visit this village.