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Symi
Greece
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 Simi,
formerly known as Aigli and Metapontis, derives its name from Posideon’s
wife, Syme. Simi is also the presumed birthplace of the Three Graces. Simi
is included in the Dodecanese Island group in Greece, and is a beautiful,
picturesque small mountainous island whose population is just over 2,500.
This beautiful isle is alive with small valleys and a beautiful coastline
that is steep and rocky in places and wonderfully sandy in others, along
with the indention of small coves scattered around. In the main town, you
can see stately mansions that date back to around 1373, which was the year
the town met with conquest by the Knights of St. John.
Simi has beautiful beaches, as do
most of the Greek Islands. You will find wonderful swimming amenities at
Yialos, Pedio, Emborios, Marathounds, and Nanou. There are also prime swimming
conditions on the nearby islands of Agia Marina and Nimos.
Simi’s capital city is also named
Simi and is located on the island’s north side. It is divided into two
levels, Ano Simi is the upper level, and Kato Poli, the lower. It is adorned
with charming neoclassical homes that feature peaked roofs of red tile
and wonderful balconies. At the highest point in Ano Simi, you can view
the castle of the Knights of St. John, whose emblem you can see above the
main portal.
Emborios is Simi’s second port and
is a very traditional village, virtually unchanged by today’s modernism.
Quaint and still very cultural in the age-old traditions, Emborios is a
wonderful stopping point on your visit to Simi. Close to Emborios, you
will find Metapontis, which is an old ancient town.
On Simi’s southwest coast lies the
monastery of the Archangel Michael Panormitis. This landmark was built
early in the 18th century, and overlooks the bay. It holds exquisite Byzantine
frescoes and intricately carved iconostasis. |
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