The jewelery of the Aegean is shining with its rare island destinations destined for demanding visitors.
The islands of the North Aegean, Lesvos, Chios, Samos, Lemnos, Ikaria, Samothraki, Agios Efstratios, Psara, Fournoi, Oinousses, Thimina, Antipsara, Pasha, Agios Minas, Samopoula are the right destination. Mysteries filled with mystery, surprise the visitor with the diversity of the landscape, the mystic heritage and the incredible beaches with crystal clear waters.
Explore the beautiful scenic islands that link the myth to the history of Greece.
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The islands of the North Aegean, though remote, are very close to the mainland. There are regular ferry and air links. Airports in Mytilene, Lemnos, Samos, Ikaria and Chios have continuous flights from Athens and Thessaloniki. The ports of the islands receive daily dozens of regular sailings and many pleasure boats. The islands live and breathe throughout the year offering unique experiences. Particularly known for their religious tourism is Lesbos (Mytilene) with the Monasteries of Saints Rafael, Taxiarchis Michael Mantamados of the miraculous and Pammegiston Taxiarhes. Samos with the Monasteries of Zoodochos Pigi, Prophet Elias in Karlovasi and the Great Virgin in Pythagorion. Chios with the Monastery of Aghia Markella, protector of the island, Agios Konstantinos and Eleni in Franconian, Agios Minas, a well-known monastery from the Massacre of Chios in 1922 when 3000 Chians were slaughtered by the Turks near the village of Neochori. Numerous loyal visitors visit these islands each year, enhancing their presence in the economy of these regions. Another reason why the island region of North Aegean attracts visitors is also the Thermal Tourism. In Lesvos there are the thermal springs of Eftalou, Loutropoli Thermi, Therma of Geras Bay, Polichnitos Sources, and the warmest of Europe Thermopigi Ai Yannis Lisvoriou. In Chios the well-known Healing Sources of Fountains, which their waters are also used for the manufacture of mastic cosmetics. Lemnos is the thermal spring of Therma. While in Ikaria, known since antiquity, there are the thermal springs of Agios Kirikos, Therma, Xylosyrti and Agia Kyriaki.
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Activate your imagination and drive to Lemnos, where mythology revealed the fire. On the island of Hephaestus, god of fire and iron and wander into unique natural landscapes reminiscent of Africa.
Live in Samothraki the mystery of Kavers, in the sanctuary of the Great Gods and admire its famous waterfalls.
The secret of longevity lies in Ikaria with the hot springs.
A fossil forest awaits you on the island of Sappho, in Lesvos.
Repel the unique mastic trees in the world in Chios myavolos and the fertile fertile Thassos with the emerald waters.
Meet the green Samos, the island of the goddess Hera and the famous ancient Greek mathematician and philosopher Pythagoras.
The famous Psara, the birthplace of captains Papanikolis and Kanaris heroes of the Greek Revolution. In Ai Stratis if you want complete peace and relaxation.
Travel to Oinousses, in this cluster of 9 islands inhabited one. This is the island's most prestigious beauty and a great naval tradition as it is the home of many Greek shipowners and you will taste historic wine, its famous wine, from which it has its name.
In Fournoi or Korassia Islands according to Strabo, the island's twisting islet complex of 20 islands will take you to the pirates' time as it is an ideal hawk.
Whatever you visit, one is sure to leave you fascinated by their unparalleled beauty.