Table of Contents
Top 10 Greek Islands Highlights
Welcome to the Greek islands 5
Exploring the Greek Islands 6
Greek Islands Highlights 10
Corfu Old Town 12
Rhodes Old Town 14
Monastery of St John, Pátmos 16
Delos 18
Néa Moní, Híos 20
Pythagóreio and Heraion, Sámos 24
Crete 26
Palace of Knossos, Crete 30
Temple of Aphaia, Égina 32
Éwia 34
The Top 10 of Everything
Moments in History 38
Myths and Legends 40
Monasteries 42
Castles 44
Museums and Galleries 46
Picturesque Villages 48
Bays and Beaches 50
Secluded Beaches 52
Natural Wonders 54
Outdoor Activities 56
Children's Attractions 58
Nightlife Spots 60
Greek Dishes 62
Restaurants 64
Arts and Crafts 66
Greek Islands for Free 68
Festivals and Events 70
Greek Islands Area by Area
The Ionians 74
The Cyclades 88
Crete 100
The Dodecanese 110
The Northeast Aegean Islands 124
The Sporádes and Éwia 134
The Argo-Saronic Islands 144
Streetsmart
Getting Around 158
Practical Information 162
Places to Stay 166
General Index 180
Acknowledgments 190
Selected Map Index 192