North - East Aegean
ikaria
Icaria, the picturesque island of the North Aegean, has linked its history with the myth of Icarus, the first man to fly wearing feathered wings. Enthused by this unprecedented experience, he flew clo...
lemnos
Lemnos is a beautiful island that presents archaeological and natural interest. The island's physiognomy has been determined by the two volcanoes, whose activity in ancient times marked the island's f...
chios
Chios, the myrtle-scented island of the Aegean, captivates every visitor. The aroma of mastic and the salt of the sea dominate the entire island. While the dense vegetation and the endless beaches of ...
lesvos
Lesvos, the island with unique beauties, long history and remarkable monuments. The homeland of great personalities that glorified the island at all historic times. The land that makes fine products, ...
samos
Samos, the island of Pythagorean and Hera. The homeland of the biggest mathematician in ancient times and the land that Goddess Hera was born and worshipped. Samos, this green Aegean island, with the ...
fourni
The Furni are a complex of three small islands, Furni, Thymaina and Agios Minas, located between Ikaria and Samos. The largest of the three, Furni, which has also given its name to the small complex, ...
psara
The Psara Islands are a small island in the northeastern Aegean, whose name is written in golden letters in the book of modern Greek history, as its contribution to the Revolution of 1821 was decisive...
agios eystratios
The island of Agios Efstratios is a small island located between Lesbos and Lemnos, to which it administratively belongs. It is one of the islands of the so-called "aggressive line". During the summer...
oinousses
The small picturesque town of Inousses, or Egnousa, with its 500 inhabitants, has been distinctively declared a municipality and is built on the southern side of the island. Its inhabitants, who are m...
ikaria
Icaria, the picturesque island of the North Aegean, has linked its history with the myth of Icarus, the first man to fly wearing feathered wings. Enthused by this unprecedented experience, he flew clo...
lemnos
Lemnos is a beautiful island that presents archaeological and natural interest. The island's physiognomy has been determined by the two volcanoes, whose activity in ancient times marked the island's f...
chios
Chios, the myrtle-scented island of the Aegean, captivates every visitor. The aroma of mastic and the salt of the sea dominate the entire island. While the dense vegetation and the endless beaches of ...
lesvos
Lesvos, the island with unique beauties, long history and remarkable monuments. The homeland of great personalities that glorified the island at all historic times. The land that makes fine products, ...
samos
Samos, the island of Pythagorean and Hera. The homeland of the biggest mathematician in ancient times and the land that Goddess Hera was born and worshipped. Samos, this green Aegean island, with the ...
fourni
The Furni are a complex of three small islands, Furni, Thymaina and Agios Minas, located between Ikaria and Samos. The largest of the three, Furni, which has also given its name to the small complex, ...
About North - East Aegean
The emerald islands of North-East Aegean distinguish for their natural beauties and important history. Due to their geographical location - on the crossroad of three continents (Europe, Asia and Africa) and very close to the shores of Minor Asia - they met various nations and different civilizations.
Each island chose the elements that fit its culture and created a very important civilization.
These famous islands are not just history, but also a dynamic present. Following the needs of each time, they combined tradition with modernization and became cosmopolitan tourist resorts.
Nature and man gave the islands precious treasures and allowed them to develop alternative ways of tourism.
The rich fauna and flora attracts the lovers of nature from all over the world. Green forests, abrupt hills, rare species of animals and birds find shelter in this hospitable nature.
The magic shores, endless beaches, graphic ports and crystal clear waters enchant others. They swim or enjoy water sports, but they all agree they have found an earthly paradise!
Thousands of visitors visit these islands in order to meet God. In all of them you will see historic monasteries and churches, connected to various legends. Lands of holiness you won't find anywhere else. The archaeological sites, byzantine monuments, castles and historic buildings reveal the island's past, impressing all visitors.
Sport activities and extreme sports for those wanting to experience something new on their vacation.
Medicinal hot water springs are a pole of attraction for those suffering from various maladies.
And as for visitors wanting entertain, relax and enjoy all the modern comforts, options are many.
Which are these islands that are the ideal destination for every lover of travelling?
Lesvos, the island of Sapfo, where you will see the only petrifed forest in the world.
Lemnos, the island of Ifestos, with exotic beauty.
Chios, the Aegean island with mastic gum trees and medieval villages.
Samos, the island of Pythagoran, with forests and white shores shining under the sun.
Ikaria, the verdurous hilly island connected to the mythical hero Ikaros. As and the smaller islands Psara, Fourni, Oinousses and Agios Efstratios that keep their natural beauties untouched.
