Chora (Andros Town)
Χώρα Άνδρου
A shipping-magnate town built on a narrow headland, with marble promenades lined with neoclassical mansions and a bay on each side.
Chora, the island's capital, grew rich on shipping in the 19th century. Its main street, Empeirikou, is paved with marble and lined with neoclassical mansions, churches and cafés built by shipowner families. It runs out to the tip of the headland, to Riva Square and the ruins of a Venetian castle. The long Nimborio beach to the north and the Paraporti beach to the south are both within walking distance. The town has a Museum of Contemporary Art, an Archaeological Museum and a Maritime Museum, so it is worth planning a full day here. The bus from Gavrio port takes about 50 minutes.
Opening hours
All day
Nearby sights
- Archaeological Museum of Andros
- Museum of Contemporary Art – Goulandris Foundation
- Venetian Castle (Kato Kastro) & Unknown Sailor
- Pithara Waterfalls
- Menites
- Panachrantou Monastery
- Tis Grias to Pidima
- Achla Beach