Chios

Chios, the Aegean island of fragrance captures every visitor. The smell of mastic and the saltiness of the sea dominate the whole island. While the lush vegetation and endless beaches of Chios fill with colour the travelers’ eyes, justifying their decision to spend their holidays in the Aegean paradise.

Chios is located in the eastern Aegean between Samos and Mytilene, and close to the coast of Asia Minor. Chios, Oinousses and Psara constitute the Chios prefecture. It is the fifth largest island in Greece. It has an area of 842 sq km and is characterised as a mountainous and green island. Dense pine forests, vast areas of mastic trees and flowing streams make up the natural beauty of the island. Endowed with rare beauty, rugged coastline, beaches full of sand and colourful pebbles, Chios is an attraction for lovers of nature. The city of Chios, modern and cosmopolitan, offers to its guests all the comforts and a variety of choices for things to do. As for the tour in the island’s villages, there are many pleasant surprises. With their particular architecture, the medieval villages arouse unprecedented feelings. The remarkable monuments, which are scattered around the island, reveal aspects of its historical path.

During your stay on the island you will enjoy the warm hospitality of the local people and you will have the opportunity to have fun with them at a festival. You will taste the local cuisine and traditional products of the island. Chios is a destination that has it all. Natural beauty, history, civilisation, culture. Any visitor can find on the fragrant island the lost paradise of his childhood dreams...

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