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Ano Syros, located within what used to be a medieval castle, is just an amazing place to use as your base in Syros, if you do not mind the uphill steps that is. The narrow cobbled streets, the fortress architecture along with a variety of bars and bistros really create a great experience. And the views are just breathtaking!

It's an extremely appealing, beautiful medieval settlement, with amazing views, picturesque alleys and charming shops, restaurants and bars. Just be prepared to walk up and down a lot lot lot lot lot of stairs.

It was the first time for me when actually leaving into an old medieval neighborhood - out there someone is transposed into an ancient time! The picturesqueness of the places all around and the old atmosphere of the place worth all the money in the world. And the local people are so friendly and welcoming! Few streets down from our accommodation there is the 'downtown' of the neighborhood, with cozy small boutiques and restaurants / cafeterias, a very animated and colorful area, especially on evenings. It is quite easy to get around Ano Syros, but definitely one needs a good physical condition for that, as there are steps and slopes everywhere. Beyond each corner someone can find a cute alley or an amazing view of the port, an old house, a stylish garden, a church or a chapel. But going uphill to Ano Syros from Ermoupoli (the new city) requires quite an effort, either by car or walking. The parking areas are not close to the hill top where Ano Syros is located and they are pretty crowded, especially during afternoons and evenings. From the parking area one has to walk uphill for a while to get to any place within Ano Syros, which is not easy for those who are not used with this kind of exercise.