North Eastern Aegean Islands Archives -

Samothraki, the Thracian Samos

Samothraki is the southernmost destination in which tourists could have a vacation in Greece when going to the region known as the north eastern Aegean Islands. The name of this island, Samothraki or Samothrace, has remained unchanged through the pass of time and can be translated as the Thracian Samos.

Visiting Samos

Samos, located towards the north western Aegean Islands, is a great choice for tourists who wish to have a relaxing vacation in Greece. Samos can be found near other attractive destinations such as Fourni Korseon, Chios, Icaria, and the Dodecanese Islands, in such a way that tourists who approach to this island can easily visit several other destinations in a short period of time.

The archaeological Pythagorio

The town of Pythagorio is the capital of the municipality of same name and is a spot of great archaeological interest due to the fact that it is located where the ancient city of Samos was. This town can be found towards the eastern area of Chora, at about 13 kilometres from the actual capital city of Samos, and close to other attractive spots such as Piraeus, Marathokambos, and Karlovassi.

Myrina, the capital of Lemnos

Myrina, also known as Kastro, is the capital city of the island of Lemnos, in the region of the north eastern Aegean Islands. This city has the main port of the island and is home of about 4.500 inhabitants, most of whom base their resources on activities related to fishing and tourism. Myrina, like all Lemnos, is a very attractive destination where tourists can find a wide variety of activities to do and many interesting places to visit in such a way that no matter what their preferences are, they will surely be able to have a nice time.

Limnos, in the prefecture of Lesbos

Limnos, also known as Lemnos, is a big island that is part of the north eastern Aegean Islands and belongs to the Prefecture of Lesbos. This island has a territory of approximately 150 square miles or 480 km2, most of which is composed by mountainous landscapes mixed with some green spots and valleys as well as a very attractive coastline and beautiful beaches.

The large Lesvos

Lesvos is the third largest island tourists could find when they travel to the north eastern Aegean Islands for a trip to Greece. This island has a territory of approximately 1650 km2 and a population of about 91.000 inhabitants. Around 30.000 of the island’s inhabitants live in the capital city called Mytilene while the other 60.000 live in other towns such as, for example, Plomari, Kalloni, Ayassos, Molyvos, Gera Villages, and Eressos.

The serene Ikaria

Ikaria is a serene and tranquil island located towards the central area of the north eastern Aegean Islands, in Greece. This island has had different names throughout its history, such as for example, Nikaria or Doliche, and its actual name derives from the mythological son of Daedalus who is said to have fallen into the sea of this destination.

The tranquil Agios Efstratios

Agios Efstratios, in the area of the north eastern Aegean Islands, is one of the quietest and peaceful destinations tourists could meet when traveling to that region for a vacation in Greece. This island, also known as Saint Eustratius or Bozbaba, can be found near other attractive islands such as Lesbos and Limbos and is great for all those visitors who wish to have a relaxing vacation while also being able to easily travel to other more exciting spots for the day.

Thasos and its history

Thasos is one of the north eastern Aegean Islands, and a great choice for all those tourists who wish to have a vacation in Greece at a place which counts with very rich historical past as well as interesting antique constructions. This island, and specially its main town called Limenas, is very charming and full of attractive spots and landscapes as well as it usually is very peaceful, providing the perfect environment for a relaxing vacation.

Some facts about Psara

Psara is a Greek island that is part of the north eastern Aegean Islands. This island is located at about 23 kilometers from Khios and approximately 150 kilometers from Athens, and is a very attractive choice to all those tourists who wish to travel to this archipelago for a vacation in Greece.