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Andros Dipotamata

Andros Dipotamata

Dipotamata in Andros island, is a river-basin of extreme natural beauty, with a length of about 7 kilometers, in the south-east side of the island, between Syneti, Paleokastro and Kochylou. Water these days is less, but even in drought times it doesn't stop. The natural environment is unspoiled, since the traffic has stopped since the last 35 years.

As a consequence the vegetation is very thick (oleanders, mulberry-trees, fig-trees, oak-trees, bushes, reeds, rushes, blackberries, mint, osiers, ivies). The whole area is a shelter for a variety of animals, such as weasels, badgers, hares, snakes and birds (partridges mainly).

The gorge is crossed by a wide slated cobbled road (the only road connecting Korthi with Chora till 1950). In the intersecting point with the river, there is an arch-shaped bridge and occasionally small fountains.

There are also other narrow step-like paths connecting the other villages of the area with the fields and the water mills. In good condition there are also (apart from the paths, the stone-walls, the water-mills and their auxiliary constructions) sheep-cotes, stables, lodgings, barns, threshing floors and country churches. But the most important structures of the area are the water-mills.

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The reason that in Dipotamata was built a large number of water-mills, was the particularly favourable conditions for establishing and operating them: plenty of running water, good access through the paths, protected environment, small distance from villages, etc. Today can be seen (in good condition, in ruins or in traces) 22 water-mills in all the gorge. Most of them are in very good shape. In a few of them there are neighbouring or adjacent auxiliary buildings, such as a room for the miller to spend the night, sheep-cote, stable or store room.

Hydraulic works of big importance and extent for the time and its technological level were supplying and often netting the water-mills. In narrow places of the gorge there were dams, which were forming lakes, to collect water for watering purposes and the functioning of the water-mills. From there, canals were guiding the water in the millpond and eventually into the hole of the machinery of the mill. The remaining water and water coming out of the mill (having rotated its wheel) was guided to the canal of the next water-mill.

Karaoulanis apartments offer pet friendly accommodation in Andros. Our website highlights our various accommodations and the amenities they provide you. Also at Anemomilous includes a well-equipped gym.

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The site also includes our boating and cycling offers. Our modern website includes direct bookings, guest reviews, entertainment and cultural options and many other snippets of information. We cordially invite you to check it out and we will be happy to share our knowledge. We look forward to welcoming you to our beautiful island!

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Andros excursion in Achla with our boats

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Andros excursion in Achla : Everyone was on time and ready to go on a boat...Andros excursion . After a quick theoretical lesson, adventure can now begin! First we stop at the rock of Theotokos and we see the famous Mavropetritis hawk and then we visit at Vori beach... At the end we go to the magnificent beach of Axla! Really fast we secure the boats ,we fix the tents, the fire lit and the evening ran deliciously over a good meal to the fire, and then ended on a few notes of guitar and songs shared on the corner of fire.If you want to visit Achla  beach with our  boats ,always you can call us.

Karaoulanis apartments offer pet friendly accommodation in Andros. Our website highlights our various accommodations and the amenities they provide you.

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Plant Aloe - Andros

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Plant Aloe - Andros : They are plants bushy that bear in the drought and often we meet in Andros. They resemble with cactus with fleshy leaves, their flower it has yellow color. The name comes from the Arabic name ALLOEH.  Pharmaceutical attributes of Aloe. Purgative: The yellow bitter juice that comes out when you cut the leaves, it is used as purge. Palliative: The colorless and diaphanous gelatin known as Aloevergel it is used for care of solar burns and burns from fire, stings from insects and stings from jelly-fish of sea.  Tonic action: A lot of persons that use the Aloe report that they feel calm and strong!

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Theotokos Andros visit with our boats

Beach Theotokos Andros .

Theotokos beach in Andros. The area of ​​Theotokos beach in Andros seems to be a beautiful place with many interesting facts for visitors. The fact that the beach is covered with pebbles and has a small creek makes it even more charming. The rock island of Theotokos with its small church seems to give a special atmosphere to the area. Its protection is important for the conservation of the black petrel, a protected species of falcon that is part of the area's natural heritage.

Theotokos Andros Beach: The rich seabed and the possibility for free diving, snorkelling and fishing offer a unique experience for lovers of marine life. In addition, the possibility of renting boats for various activities such as fishing and swimming offers additional opportunities for visitors.
It certainly seems like a place worth visiting to enjoy the nature and sea beauties of Andros.

Theotokos Andros Island: Whether you choose it for your summer vacation or a short getaway, it is sure to be unforgettable. The island of Andros is of unique natural beauty and is very different from the islands of the Cyclades and the Aegean that you already know. We have accommodation in various categories, features and prices. You can choose between them and have an unforgettable stay in Andros. We look forward to welcoming you to our beautiful island !

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