Activities on the island of Arki. Activities: There are many beautiful sandy beaches on the island. The best beaches are within walking distance from the village of Arki, where you will find an amazing bay with crystal clear blue water. There are other small islands (Strogylo, Marathos and Marathi on the South-West and Makronisi, Kalavolo and Psathonisi on the East side) for fishing, snorkelling or sunbathing to make your day more enjoyable. To have a nice picnic or a meal in one of the two taverns on the island of Marathi, you will require to take one of the Kaïkies in the port of Arki village, but this will make your day unforgettable. If sunbathing will bore you, it is a good idea to go for a walk on the island and discover many interesting places, such as Italian control fortress (Italian soldier occupying the island in time of World War II), the caves, which was a shelter for local occupants as well as many paths that lead to mysterious places on the island. Like every Greek island Arki also has its churches which make the island look charming. The most beautiful seem to be situated on one of the highest scenic points- the church called Panagia. Except from charming old interior it possesses splendid view on the surrounding islands, which during the sunset create the magic moments. We can also visit other churches: Agioi Anargiri, Metamorphosi, Agios Lefterios. Nikolas Tavern: At Nikolas Tavern You can taste the best Greek delicacies.Most often ordered local dishes are prepared with the greatest precision and passion. Among the most famous dishes in our kitchen You can try local cheese called ksinomizitra produced on island as well as fishes caught up by our fishermen, for example fresh sea food, squids, octopuses or the lobsters as well as many different delicacies of our region such as fresh fishes. Among dishes with meat that we can offer You will be pleased with the local lamb and goat, prepared according to a secret recipe of our cook - Maria. On the dessert we can recommend famous in whole Greece lemon cake (lemonopita), as well as chocolate sweetness - biskoto gliko. Traditional Greek music makes pleasant atmosphere during eating and drinking. You should try a glass of ouzo in the evening, to feel the power of traditional Greek dances.
There are many beautiful sandy beaches on the island. The best beaches are within walking distance from the village of Arki, where you will find an amazing bay with crystal clear blue water. There are other small islands (Strogylo, Marathos and Marathi on the South-West and Makronisi, Kalavolo and Psathonisi on the East side) for fishing, snorkelling or sunbathing to make your day more enjoyable. To have a nice picnic or a meal in one of the two taverns on the island of Marathi, you will require to take one of the Kaïkies in the port of Arki village, but this will make your day unforgettable. If sunbathing will bore you, it is a good idea to go for a walk on the island and discover many interesting places, such as Italian control fortress (Italian soldier occupying the island in time of World War II), the caves, which was a shelter for local occupants as well as many paths that lead to mysterious places on the island. Like every Greek island Arki also has its churches which make the island look charming. The most beautiful seem to be situated on one of the highest scenic points- the church called Panagia. Except from charming old interior it possesses splendid view on the surrounding islands, which during the sunset create the magic moments. We can also visit other churches: Agioi Anargiri, Metamorphosi, Agios Lefterios.
At Nikolas Tavern You can taste the best Greek delicacies.Most often ordered local dishes are prepared with the greatest precision and passion. Among the most famous dishes in our kitchen You can try local cheese called ksinomizitra produced on island as well as fishes caught up by our fishermen, for example fresh sea food, squids, octopuses or the lobsters as well as many different delicacies of our region such as fresh fishes. Among dishes with meat that we can offer You will be pleased with the local lamb and goat, prepared according to a secret recipe of our cook - Maria. On the dessert we can recommend famous in whole Greece lemon cake (lemonopita), as well as chocolate sweetness - biskoto gliko. Traditional Greek music makes pleasant atmosphere during eating and drinking. You should try a glass of ouzo in the evening, to feel the power of traditional Greek dances.
