FAROS VILLAGE

At the eastern tip of Ikaria lies the settlement of Fanari also known as Faros. Faros is located on a small plane with many vineyards and is home to a growing number of houses, most of them summer cottages used by the inhabitants of Agios Kirikos and Perdiki.

Faros' coastline, with its two mile long beach, crystal clear sea, and abundant fish and sea life is a delight for every holidaymaker. An interesting architectural feature of the settlement is the non-existence of a seaside road. Instead, pedestrians pass through the yards of the houses and tavernas/cafes which are built on the waterfront.

 Mainades Cafe/Restaurant and Grigoris Taverna, both located directly on the beach, serve a variety of dishes for the locals and visitors to Faros, while Fanari Bar/Cafe is the place for drinks & coffee on the beach.

A mini-market open in summer, a limited number of rooms for rent, and a small hotel make extended stays highly desirable. The unobtrusive Ikarian airport is a mere stones throw away, but invisible from the beach or village and there are only 5 flights weekly.

In the area of Faros lies Drakano, the third town of Ikaria. Its name originates from the mountain bearing the same name, which today is called Atheras. The Eastern promontory where the ancient town was situated was also called Drakano for the same reason. The location can be spotted from the sea. What still survives from the acropolis are the ruins and the ancient wall.