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An Authentic Greek Getaway

As one of the largest Greek islands, the Lesbos holiday industry has managed to cope well with the influx of tourists that visit each year. Lesvos holiday resorts have maintained an authentic Greekness that has been lost on other Greek islands and there is certainly plenty to enjoy about Lesbos generally.

Lesbos holidays give you a constant reminder that you are on a holiday in Greece, and not just any old sunshine isle.Lesbos is undoubtedly a very splendid looking island with nice golden sandy beaches along its coastline. Lesbos holidays invite visitors to bask on the beach in the warm summer climate.

Picturesque Towns and Scenic Views

The most popular resort for Lesvos holidays is Molyvos on the northwestern tip of the island. This picturesque town has a long and illustrious history and there is a grand mediaeval castle on the hilltop above the red-roofed buildings of Molyvos that wind along the bay to a quaint little harbour.

Lesvos holidays are extremely popular with walkers due to the mountainous countryside that features some spectacularly scenic views. A holiday in Lesvos is a good opportunity to combine a passion for scenic walks with the chance to relax on Greek Island beaches and visit historic sights.

Attractions Of Lesvos

In the capital Mytilini the archaeological museum houses some interesting artefacts and an imposing Byzantine castle looms over the town surrounded by pine forest, providing a popular spot for picnickers. The museum of natural history in the village of Vrisa on the southern coast has an excellent display of fossils dating back 5.5 million years.

To the west of the island there is a petrified forest that some experts believe could be 20 million years old and you can book an excursion from Skala Eresou to visit a museum about the forest, which is located in the pretty fishing port of Sigri.

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