Lesbos island
The
Greek island of
Lesbos
(or Lesvos in modern Greek) is a relatively large island, close to the Turkish
coast.
It's an island that has a lot to offer for people that love the real Greece. In
the north you can find the beautiful place
Molivos,
all cultivation is regulated by monuments care here. It's a great mix of tourism
and local village life. A few kilometres from Molivos you'll find a village
called Petra with an excellent beach. Furthermore there's a lot of nature on
Lesbos Island. For instance in the area of Skala Kallonis: the bay overhere is a
real paradise for bird watchers! Also the petrified forest
is a visit worth. A beautiful place is Agiassos on the top of a high
mountain and surrounded by impressive woods. You can find a beautiful church
here and a lot of local taverns, Greek coffeeshops and small shops. In the south
part of Lesbos you can find a small town called
Plomari,
with it's own character. This place is also known because of the ouzo
production. The main town of Mytilini is also a visit worth. Lesbos is an island
where you can do a lot and where you can meet the real Greek life.
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