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Mytilene
Mytilene Town Lesvos: Mytilene is the capital and main port of Lesvos located on the eastern coast of the island, opposite the shores of Turkey. It is built amphitheatrically between seven beautiful verdant hills which end to the natural port. The town consists of old neighbourhoods and picturesque suburbs whereas the interesting structures and the archaeological monuments witness the rich heritage of the island.
Superb mansions, stone built houses and impressive churches complete the picturesque setting of the town while some pleasant cafes and taverns are found along the waterfront with stunning view to the sea and scrumptious dishes from the local cuisine of Lesvos.
Apart from its historical aspect, Mytilene is considered a nice choice for peaceful holidays especially for families.Today, the historical centre of Mytilene throbs with activity, people enjoy the numerous bars, restaurants and traditional taverns in the picturesque alleys. Mytilene is also popular for the great variety of accommodation and pristine beaches.
Mytilene is the artistic, commercial and industrial centre of Lesvos with nice of museums, historic buildings, impressive churches and numerous sightseeing, such as the famous castle that stands on top of the hill. This is the highest spot of Mytilene and the view from there is just breathtaking.
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Mitilini
Mytilene Town Lesvos: Mytilene is the capital and main port of Lesvos located on the eastern coast of the island, opposite the shores of Turkey. It is built amphitheatrically between seven beautiful verdant hills which end to the natural port. The town consists of old neighbourhoods and picturesque suburbs whereas the interesting structures and the archaeological monuments witness the rich heritage of the island.
Superb mansions, stone built houses and impressive churches complete the picturesque setting of the town while some pleasant cafes and taverns are found along the waterfront with stunning view to the sea and scrumptious dishes from the local cuisine of Lesvos.
Apart from its historical aspect, Mytilene is considered a nice choice for peaceful holidays especially for families.Today, the historical centre of Mytilene throbs with activity, people enjoy the numerous bars, restaurants and traditional taverns in the picturesque alleys. Mytilene is also popular for the great variety of accommodation and pristine beaches.
Mytilene is the artistic, commercial and industrial centre of Lesvos with nice of museums, historic buildings, impressive churches and numerous sightseeing, such as the famous castle that stands on top of the hill. This is the highest spot of Mytilene and the view from there is just breathtaking.
Agiasos
Agiassos is a town - too large to call it a village - in South East Lesvos on a slope of Olympos (pronounced Olibos) Mountain. Many tourists visit here, for it preserved well the traditional buildings and style of life.
Besides pleasure tourists, many religious tourists and pilgrims visit this town because of the Panagia Agiassiotissa.
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Agiasos
Agiassos is a town - too large to call it a village - in South East Lesvos on a slope of Olympos (pronounced Olibos) Mountain. Many tourists visit here, for it preserved well the traditional buildings and style of life.
Besides pleasure tourists, many religious tourists and pilgrims visit this town because of the Panagia Agiassiotissa.
Plomari
Plomari is a picturesque seaside town in the southern part of Lesvos. With traditional architecture, clear blue waters, rich vegetation and intense life, Plomari is an ideal destination for summer holidays but also for visiting all year round. Both Plomari and its villages are an ideal place for holidays for families, for groups of friends and couples or for lonely travelers. Visit Plomari and enjoy an authentic tourist destination. At VisitPlomari.com you will find more about life, hotels in Plomari, restaurants and attractions.
Why Plomari?
It's the sea, the sun, the beaches, the picturesque houses, the aura when you walk by the port, it's ouzo and food, olive oil and the taste of fresh fish, but above all it is the people and the hospitality is the culture and atmosphere of Plomari. For this.
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Plomari
Plomari is a picturesque seaside town in the southern part of Lesvos. With traditional architecture, clear blue waters, rich vegetation and intense life, Plomari is an ideal destination for summer holidays but also for visiting all year round. Both Plomari and its villages are an ideal place for holidays for families, for groups of friends and couples or for lonely travelers. Visit Plomari and enjoy an authentic tourist destination. At VisitPlomari.com you will find more about life, hotels in Plomari, restaurants and attractions.
Why Plomari?
It's the sea, the sun, the beaches, the picturesque houses, the aura when you walk by the port, it's ouzo and food, olive oil and the taste of fresh fish, but above all it is the people and the hospitality is the culture and atmosphere of Plomari. For this.
Petra
A romantic old village on the northern coast of Lesbos, Petra is full of narrow cobblestone streets, pretty squares and terracotta buildings. It’s also home to an unusual attraction: a big rock that soars high above the rooftops, with a charming church at the top. This is a beachside village with more to offer you than just the holiday staples of sun, sea and sand.
Petra is the kind of place where shopping and sightseeing perfectly merge. In the atmospheric streets around the rock and main square, you can browse little shops selling locally crafted wood, jewellery and art, and tour a small Ouzo distillery that’s been run by the same family for generations. You might also find yourself walking past Vareltzidaina’s House, the restored home of a 19th-century merchant. It’s worth going in for a look around if you’re interested in local history, or are looking for something a little different to do on your holiday. But by far the best of all the sights in Petra is the view from the top of the rock, so set aside some time to climb the steps to Panagia Glykofilousa, the church that overlooks the whole village and beyond.
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Petra
Epar.Od. Petras-SkalochoriouA romantic old village on the northern coast of Lesbos, Petra is full of narrow cobblestone streets, pretty squares and terracotta buildings. It’s also home to an unusual attraction: a big rock that soars high above the rooftops, with a charming church at the top. This is a beachside village with more to offer you than just the holiday staples of sun, sea and sand.
Petra is the kind of place where shopping and sightseeing perfectly merge. In the atmospheric streets around the rock and main square, you can browse little shops selling locally crafted wood, jewellery and art, and tour a small Ouzo distillery that’s been run by the same family for generations. You might also find yourself walking past Vareltzidaina’s House, the restored home of a 19th-century merchant. It’s worth going in for a look around if you’re interested in local history, or are looking for something a little different to do on your holiday. But by far the best of all the sights in Petra is the view from the top of the rock, so set aside some time to climb the steps to Panagia Glykofilousa, the church that overlooks the whole village and beyond.
Molyvos
Molyvos, also known as Mithymna, is a well-preserved Ottoman-era town of narrow cobbled lanes and stone houses with jutting wooden balconies wreathed in flowers, overlooking a sparkling pebble beach below. Its grand 14th-century Byzantine castle, some good nearby beaches and its north-central island location make it a great launch pad from which to explore Lesvos.
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Mithymna
Molyvos, also known as Mithymna, is a well-preserved Ottoman-era town of narrow cobbled lanes and stone houses with jutting wooden balconies wreathed in flowers, overlooking a sparkling pebble beach below. Its grand 14th-century Byzantine castle, some good nearby beaches and its north-central island location make it a great launch pad from which to explore Lesvos.
Skala Sikamineas
Sikaminia belongs to the municipality of Mithimna and is only 12 km from Mithimna away, built on green pine trees and slopes of the Lepetymnos Mountain. Three kilometeres north is Skala Sikaminia, a typical fishing village and the most northern village of the island, facing the coast of Minor Asia.
You can find the house of Stratis Myrivilis, the famous Greek writer in Sikamia, which is open to visitors. On the main street of the town at the primary school building, you can visit the Folk Museum of Sikaminia.
You will enjoy one of the most beautiful sunsets in Skala Sikaminia and the “The Mermaid Virgin” which is built on a strip of land that goes into the sea.
It was named after the characteristic folk fresco of an unknown artist depicting the Virgin Mary with a mermaid’s tail and which was made famous by the writings with the same name by Stratis Myrivilis. There is a mulberry, aged 130 years in the port, known as “The Myrivilis’ Mulberry”. In the same area that Myrivilis overlooked, you can also enjoy the view, tasting seafood specialties from the namesake taverns.
Beaches in the area are: Skala Sikaminia and Kagia. You can enjoy a swim in the sea and seafood in the restaurants in the area of Skala Sikaminia and the beach of Kagia.
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Skala Sikamineas
Sikaminia belongs to the municipality of Mithimna and is only 12 km from Mithimna away, built on green pine trees and slopes of the Lepetymnos Mountain. Three kilometeres north is Skala Sikaminia, a typical fishing village and the most northern village of the island, facing the coast of Minor Asia.
You can find the house of Stratis Myrivilis, the famous Greek writer in Sikamia, which is open to visitors. On the main street of the town at the primary school building, you can visit the Folk Museum of Sikaminia.
You will enjoy one of the most beautiful sunsets in Skala Sikaminia and the “The Mermaid Virgin” which is built on a strip of land that goes into the sea.
It was named after the characteristic folk fresco of an unknown artist depicting the Virgin Mary with a mermaid’s tail and which was made famous by the writings with the same name by Stratis Myrivilis. There is a mulberry, aged 130 years in the port, known as “The Myrivilis’ Mulberry”. In the same area that Myrivilis overlooked, you can also enjoy the view, tasting seafood specialties from the namesake taverns.
Beaches in the area are: Skala Sikaminia and Kagia. You can enjoy a swim in the sea and seafood in the restaurants in the area of Skala Sikaminia and the beach of Kagia.
Sigri
Sigri village Lesvos: Sigri is a picturesque coastal settlement and the second largest port of Lesvos, after Mytilene. It is located 90 km north west of the capital and is popular for its beautiful shores. The village displays a traditional layout, similar to other areas of Lesvos with well-preserved houses and colourful yards. In combination with the picturesque port where fishing boats moor in the summer, Sigri offers a romantic atmosphere. Right next to the port is the Turkish castle built in 17th century.
The village has a few nice restaurants, and several churches from the Byzantine times, where only one is open to the public. There are many beaches in the wider region, most of which are quite unspoilt with no facilities, except from the main beach located close to the port.
Sigri has gained worldwide reputation due to the Fossil Forest, an international monument of nature and the Museum of Natural History. The village proposes many accommodation like hotels and apartments. During the summer many local festivals take place in Sigri.
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Sigri
Sigri village Lesvos: Sigri is a picturesque coastal settlement and the second largest port of Lesvos, after Mytilene. It is located 90 km north west of the capital and is popular for its beautiful shores. The village displays a traditional layout, similar to other areas of Lesvos with well-preserved houses and colourful yards. In combination with the picturesque port where fishing boats moor in the summer, Sigri offers a romantic atmosphere. Right next to the port is the Turkish castle built in 17th century.
The village has a few nice restaurants, and several churches from the Byzantine times, where only one is open to the public. There are many beaches in the wider region, most of which are quite unspoilt with no facilities, except from the main beach located close to the port.
Sigri has gained worldwide reputation due to the Fossil Forest, an international monument of nature and the Museum of Natural History. The village proposes many accommodation like hotels and apartments. During the summer many local festivals take place in Sigri.