| About Donousa
The heavenly Mikres Cyclades (Small Cyclades)
are just a small group of tiny islands between
Naxos and Amorgos.
From these only Koufonisia,
Donousa, Schinousa
and Iraklia
are inhabited. Nopals and palm trees, crystal
clear sea in every possible shade of blue
and green and hospitable people guarantee
unforgettable peaceful holidays.
The small, sweet island of
Donousa lies furthest east from the others.
It has the least amount of tourist infrastructure,
about 130 inhabitants, three tiny villages,
some very good walks, small beaches, and a
handful of tavernas. There is a small farming
community residing in the villages, but most
of the life on the island is centered around
the small, pretty, and quiet port of Ai. Stavros.
The harbor of Ai. Stavros is an absolute little
gem of a village. It exudes the charm and
delightful atmosphere that pervades the entire
island. And, it catches the setting sun …
things just don’t get any better than
this! Walkers will enjoy discovering and exploring
the small inland villages of Kalotaritissa,
Haravghi, and Mirsini, and the superb beaches
of Kentros and Livadi.
Donousa is the most northern
island of the Cyclades and far off from the
rest. It is north of Amorgos and it is 14
miles away from Aigiali. Its area is 13 squ.
kms. and has got 110 inhabitants who mainly
work as fishermer or cattle raisers. The name
of the island has stayed intact since ancient
times. It had been
inhabited at the so called "geometric
years" and this is obvious from the remains
of the geometric settlements that have been
discovered.
There are five villages
at the island: Stavros, is the lee of the
island; it is also the harbour and the capital,
located at the southern part of Donousa. You
can find here one of the most picturesque
beaches and if you have a boat you can moor
at the smaller Jetty at the right. Stavros
has all the amenities such as taverns, mini
markets, bakeries, cafes, bars and of course
rooms to let.
The rest of the villages
are Kalotaritissa, with its picturesque little
tavern, Troulos, Messaria and Mersini. A main
road links these villages together. You will
be bewitched by the beautiful sandy beaches
of Kedros and Livadi. At the waterbed of Kedros
you will be able to see the wreckage of a
German ship that was sunk by the allies during
the Second World War.
Donousa is a private paradise for those who
wish to enjoy the tranquility close to nature
as well as the sea.
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