Ikaria
The island was formerly known as MÁKRI or DOLÍCHI (because of its long shape), ICTHYÓESSA (because of its many fish) and ANEMÓESSA (because of its strong winds). From the historic age, it was given the name “Ikaría” from Íkaros, who drowned in its waters. Μythical Íkaros, with his father Daídalos, were attempting to escape from…