Northeastern Aegean islands

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In the heart of the Northeaster Aegean Sea and close to the shores of the Minor Asia, lies a cluster of islands, known for their unique character, their enchanting -and intact - nature, and also for their historical importance. The most popular among them, in terms of tourism, are the ones of Samos, Lesvos, Ikaria, Lemnos (Limnos) Chios, and Psara.

The whole cluster is gifted with a mild climate and most of its islands have a volcanic subsoil, presenting thus an intriguing and also fertile landscape, in which mountain and sea are combined in an almost perfect harmony. Imposing mountains and extraordinary rock formations, lush plains of vineyards and olive groves, unique biotopes in which rare species of flora and fauna are met, waterfalls, endless dentelated beaches, pristine coves and idyllic bays are all found in this piece of Greek land.

Though less overrun by tourists than the other Aegean island clusters such as Dodecanese or Cyclades, yet equal beautiful, the north-eastern islands have admirably retained their authentic identity and are considered to be a veritable paradise for those who enjoy exploration, sports and also for nature-lovers, history buffs, romantics or even for those who simple long to escape from the daily routine of the urban life.

The whole region has been inhabited since antiquity and it has been indissolubly connected with the history of Greece, both ancient and modern.
Lesvos, the birthplace of the legendary poetess Sappho and of Odysseas Elytis, is a green island famed for its wetlands in Kalloni Gulf, its petrified forest, its idyllic beaches and also for its tasty ouzo. Samos the birthplace of Pythagoras the famous ancient philosopher and mathematician, is also a densely forested island of rare beauty which has preserved its traditionally character while the archaeological sites and monument of great importance scattered around witness its long history. The island of Chios on the other hand, has kept a more low-profile breathing a discreet cosmopolitan air with evident its neoclassical style. It is internationally known for its wild flora and the mastic-trees that grow only in this very land. Chios has many hidden beauties to offer; medieval villages, archaeological sites and stunning beaches adorn this fertile island.

Ikaria, is a charming island of a pristine nature characterized by peaceful beaches, forested hills and vineyards. The purity of its nature, the open-hearted locals and the laid -back way of life has made Ikaria a popular destination nowadays.

Limnos, identified with the ancient cult of Kabeiroi (Kaveiroi), is a volcanic island that uncovers one by one its beauties to visitors ; spectacular formations, astounding sandy beaches, traditional villages and famed archaeological sites stand like jewels in the serene nature.
Despite its small size, Psara is an heroic island (or more accurately a small cluster with the homonymous island to be the only inhabited one) the name of which was written in Greek history, when its locals were slaughtered in 1824 by the Ottomans for resisting fiercely during the Greek War of Independence. Today, Psara is a picturesque traditional island in which tranquillity, tradition and the intact by massive tourism nature are its most prevailing features.
Agios Efstratios is a peaceful island of unblemished, serene landscapes, remote caves totally unharmed by tourist masses. In other words, it is a perfect getaway from everything that reminds the modern urban way of living.