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Things to do in Sifnos, South Aegean: The Best Museums
Sifnos (Greek: Σίφνος; the spelling Siphnos is obsolete in English but still by convention often used to refer to the island in ancient times) is an island municipality in the Cyclades island group in Greece. The main town, near the center, known as Apollonia (pop. 869), is home of the island's folklore museum and library. The town's name is thought to come from an ancient temple of Apollo on the site of the church of Panayia Yeraniofora. The second-largest town is Artemonas (800), thought to be named after an ancient temple of Apollo's sister-goddess Artemis, located at the site of the church of Panayia Kokhi. The village of Kastro (118), was the capital of the island during ancient times until 1836. It is built on top of a high cliff on the island's east shore and today has extensive medieval remains and is the location of the island's archeological museum. The port settlement, on the west coast of the island is known as Kamares (245).
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1. Zographion Art Gallery
2. Agios Andreas Acropolis & Museum
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4.5 based on 76 reviews
An acropolis built at the top of this hill and excavated during the 20th century. Dates from as early as the 13th century BC. Small museum at the entrance of the site.
3. Peristeriona
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4.5 based on 19 reviews
Handmade pottery art created with great taste and artistry, coupled with respect for tradition and love for the pottery craft.
4. Folklore Museum
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3.5 based on 7 reviews
A small museum displaying the pottery and sculpture of local artists as well as a collection of traditional costumes.
