The island group in the central and southern Aegean. An imaginary circle centred on Delos, washed by sunshine and breathing the sea breeze. One of the most important Mediterranean civilizations was born here, the Cycladic. It is also probable that the lost continent Atlantis was around here. Calm, crystal clear water, bright sky, sun, and an austere architecture on naked rock, the Cyclades are filled with Iight and sunshine. The climate is dry and healthy, with mild winters and cool summers, thanks to the beneficial "meltemia".