Our tour includes a short hike and historical information on the dovecotes.

Dovecotes are considered to be a trademark of Tinos, because here we find the greatest number of dovecotes than at any other place in Greece. In old ages people bred doves for food, and also used the bird droppings at the fields as it is an excellent fertilizer. What is special about dovecotes is the ornate exterior decoration that adorns the walls of the building. This classifies them worldwide as unique monuments of folklore art.

Our route starts at the bridge near Agapi village and we hike parallel to the river. Along the way we meet several dovecotes scattered in the small valley and we have a break for a historical description. Then we cross the river entering Agapi village, which is one of the oldest and most picturesque villages of the island, and we can have a break at a café on the village square. Our route ends by returning to the starting point from a different route.