In Petra, the church of Panagia Glykofilousa (1) on the imposing rock that overlooks the area and the elegant mansion of “Vareltzidena” mark the social and religious development of the site in the past. Crossing the stone-built, terracotta-tiled villages to the west of the island – Skoutaro (2), Filia (3), Skalochori, Anemotia (4) – with their […]
Lesbian tourism
In Petra, the church of Panagia Glykofilousa (1) on the imposing rock that overlooks the area and the elegant mansion of “Vareltzidena” mark the social and religious development of the site in the past. Crossing the stone-built, terracotta-tiled villages to the west of the island – Skoutaro (2), Filia (3), Skalochori, Anemotia (4) – with their […]
More Birds
In Petra, the church of Panagia Glykofilousa (1) on the imposing rock that overlooks the area and the elegant mansion of “Vareltzidena” mark the social and religious development of the site in the past. Crossing the stone-built, terracotta-tiled villages to the west of the island – Skoutaro (2), Filia (3), Skalochori, Anemotia (4) – with their […]
Scuba diving in Lesvos
In Petra, the church of Panagia Glykofilousa (1) on the imposing rock that overlooks the area and the elegant mansion of “Vareltzidena” mark the social and religious development of the site in the past. Crossing the stone-built, terracotta-tiled villages to the west of the island – Skoutaro (2), Filia (3), Skalochori, Anemotia (4) – with their […]
These are Lesvos’ favorite beaches
Those seeking excitement, water sports, access to services and tavernas, will want to head to one of the more developed beaches like Vatera, where the long, wide, sandy beach and crystal clear waters attract many visitors from all over the island. Petra is another good choice, where the small islands of St George and Psira […]
Hot Mineral Springs
The volcanic origin of the island has also given birth to a number of hot mineral springs that provide yet another avenue to achieving total relaxation. There are mineral hot baths in Polichnitos, Lisvori, Argenos (Megala Therma), Gera and near Molyvos in Eftalou, with waters ranging in temperatures from 40ºC to 90ºC and containing varying amounts and […]
Cycling around Lesvos
In Petra, the church of Panagia Glykofilousa (1) on the imposing rock that overlooks the area and the elegant mansion of “Vareltzidena” mark the social and religious development of the site in the past. Crossing the stone-built, terracotta-tiled villages to the west of the island – Skoutaro (2), Filia (3), Skalochori, Anemotia (4) – with their […]
A network of trails
There is an extensive network of signposted walking and cycling trails on Lesvos. Here are just some you may want to take near Molyvos: Walk from Petra towards Molyvos or Vafios across the “limnodexameni” reservoir area. The trails here are easy to follow with low gradients. Crossing through dense olive groves you’ll reach Vafios, a […]
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Pithariou Monastery near Eressos was founded in the 17th century. Surrounded by oak and sycamore trees in a dramatic gorge, it is dedicated to the Taxiarches (archangels) celebrated on November 8. Panagia Glykofilousa sits on top of a giant rock formation in the center of the town of Petra. You reach the top of the […]
Pithariou, Panagia Petra and the Virgin Mary
Pithariou Monastery near Eressos was founded in the 17th century. Surrounded by oak and sycamore trees in a dramatic gorge, it is dedicated to the Taxiarches (archangels) celebrated on November 8. Panagia Glykofilousa sits on top of a giant rock formation in the center of the town of Petra. You reach the top of the […]
Taxiarches, Aghiou Raphael & Ypsilou
Archangel Michael, the miracle-working protector of the island is worshipped In Madamados at the Monastery of Taxiarches. The sacred relief icon is said to have been molded by a monk with clay made with earth and the blood of his fellow monks who were massacred by Saracen pirates. The monastery is the site of a […]