General Information
Area: 8,144 km2 Population: 206 Island capital and its population: Schoinousa (194) Administrative structure: Region of South Aegean, Prefecture of the Cyclades, Province of Naxos, Community of Schoinousa
Museums: Schoinousa Archaeological Museum
Archaeological sites and monuments: Hellenistic and Roman relics at Tsigkouri, Remains of Early Christian basilica at Tsigkouri, Agios Vassilios, Prophet Elias, Mediaeval tower and other remains of the era of Frankish rule at the higher point of the island, Ancient ruins at Mesaria.
Natural monuments: The island has been included in the European network "NATURA 2000" and has been declared an Important Bird Area of Greece
Cultural clubs: Schoinoussiotes Association
Events: Cultural events in August
Religious feasts: Panagias tis Akathis (August 15th), Feast of the Annunciation (March 25th), Feast of the Presentation
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