Amorgos

Cycladic Identity: An initiative for the protection of the natural and cultural heritage of the cyclades

It is fitting for a museum named after the Cyclades to care for the protection of both the natural and cultural heritage, as well as for the present and future identity of the islands through a new initiative titled Cycladic Identity.

Guardians of tradition: The culinary keepers of the Cyclades

The 17th Gastronomos Awards by Kathimerini's influential food magazine celebrated unsung heroes of traditional Cycladic island cuisine in a heartfelt ceremony at Syros' Apollon Theater. Honorees included cooks, farmers and artisans preserving their island's culinary and cultural heritage.

Maritime traditions of Cycladic islands in ‘Crafts of the Sea’ exhibition

The maritime exhibition "Crafts of the Sea: Cycladic Culture and History" opened last week at the Goethe Institute of Athens. The lower level of the building has been transformed into a multimedia exhibit featuring photos, maps, videos, and audio clips that showcase the maritime traditions of five Cycladic islands: Amorgos, Paros, Santorini, Syros, and Koufonisia.

77 migrants rescued from vessel between Amorgos and Astypalea

A group of 77 migrants were rescued off a crippled sailing yacht after a large overnight operation in the southern Aegean Sea, Greek authorities have said.

Nobody was reported missing or injured following the rescue between the islands of Amorgos and Astypalea, the coast guard said.

US tourist reported missing on small island off Corfu

An American tourist has been reported missing on a small island west of Corfu.

The 70-year-old man arrived on Mathraki, one of the Diapontian Islands, 10 days ago and was last seen on Tuesday night, sitting in a local cafe with two female tourists, who have since left the island, according to the president of the local community, Spyros Argyros.

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