A hand to knock
In some places, the knockers are looking like lions or simple handles. Here in Volissos, some of them are looking like hands.
A treasure quest.
Volissos is known for it’s castle. Usually, when there is a castle, there is a treasure’s story…
Karfas beach – Perfect for family & fun
Karfas beach is the dream for every tourist. It has everything you need for a perfect holiday. Taverns, cafés, shops and for sure a perfect sandy beach with a marvellous blue sea. It is located 7 kilometres south than Chios town and just a few kilometres fare from the airport. Due to its close location to the town, the bus connection is quite well and you can reach Karfas easily by bus. If you want to have some fun, Karfas not only has a nice nightlife, but also there is the possibility to do a lot of water sports like […]
Flowing tomatoes ?!
A vaulted alley, big pots, plants, a man reading quietly, barefoot, and along the stoned wall, hundreds of flowing tomatoes.
Look down !
While walking in the narrow streets of Mesta, you should pay attention to the ground.
Linked to America
Chios Island is particularly linked to North America because a lot of its inhabitants emigrated there between the 19th century and the 2nd World War.
The well of Mesta
Near one of the entrance of the city, there is an old well. It’s quite surprising to see a square shaped well, when usually they are round shaped.
Vrontados, Chios
Vrontados, Chios which is a smaller town with about 5300 inhabitants within Chios island , is today also known as a suburb of the capital Chios. It is located on the east coast of Chios north of Chios City. You have the opportunity to get an amazing view on the sea and it is possible to see Turkey as well.
Protected with a Lion
Mesta is one of the oldest cities on Chios Island. You will fall in love with the city very easy, but you always have to keep in mind to look at the small beauties, at the details of the city.
The big pots
There is a detail in Mesta which increases the medieval atmosphere of the village : the big pots along the houses.