Historical Sites Mixed With Sun And Partying!

Petra is situated at the very northern tip of Lesvos Island, Greece, just below the resort of Molyvos. Lesvos weather is typically Mediterranean with approximately 300 days of sunshine every year and peak season temperatures averaging around 30 degrees Celsius. Winters are mild with rain mainly falling in the months of December and January. This makes pretty much any time of year perfect for spending your holidays in Petra.

Petra and its surrounding area consists of many natural beauties, including forests with all manner of trees, olive groves and traditional mountain villages. The main beach is a mixture of beautiful clean sand and pebbles, with a crystal clear sea. Your holidays in Petra are certain to leave you with many memories of gorgeous scenery and weather. If you like seeing historical sites, a visit to the eighteenth century church of Panagia Glykofiloussa is an absolute must during your holidays in Petra.

Located a little way in land atop a giant monolith with 114 steps carved into it, the church offers amazing photo opportunities and by all accounts, a good day out. If you are feeling a little adventurous on your holidays in Petra, you might decide to leave the tourism-styled beachfront and take a walk in the back streets. This part of Petra is great if you’re looking for a traditional Greek styled village, and contains its own little cafes and tavernas.

Petra holidays really can be as simple and tourist friendly or as adventurous as you like. Why not try ordering a cup of coffee in Greek when you visit the old village on your Petra holidays? Nightlife on your holidays in Petra is fairly relaxed. The village has a number of bars and even a few discos, but the party scene is far from rowdy, making Petra holidays ideal for couples and families looking for relaxing fun in the sun.

Petra hotels, like the shops, restaurants and bars are all located pretty close to the beach with many offering sea views. Petra has a variety of Hotels dependent on your budget and what takes your fancy. Why not push the boat out and get a sea view room for your Petra holidays? Take a look at our cheap Flights to Lesvos and our Package Holidays to Lesvos and prepare for one of our fantastic holidays in Petra.