Artemonas is named for Artemis, Apollo's twin sister, and is a mere kilometer from Apollonia. Apollonia and Artemonas are twin cities, theoretically. Artemonas is the second largest island village on Sifnos. Its windmills and several churches make it a charming spot to visit.
There are many
neoclassical homes in Artemonas. Look for the distinctive chimneys. The village has cobblestone streets and windmills. The site of the former Temple
of Artemis is now the church Kochi, with a cluster of domes. Other noteworthy churches here are Ag. Georgios Tou Afendi,
and Panagia ta Gournia (near the bridge).
Down on the coast is the lovely church of Panagia Poulati with a nice beach below it.
Picturesque
Kastro, the midieval capital, is on the east coast and 3 km from Artemonas. You can reach it by road or by walking the scenic coastal path.
Kastro is the ancient and medieval capital of Sifnos. Ruins of its castle and classical period acropolis remain. There are several churches of note, among them Panagia Eleoussa, Ag. Ekaterini, and Panagia Koimmissi.
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