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Chios City

Chios Castle – Το Κάστρο της Χίου

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Near by the centre and the port of Chios next to the main square you can find one of Chios’ most important and interesting ornaments – the Castle (Kastro) of Chios, also called Fortress of Chios Island (Frourion tis Chiou). Because of this and the fact that it is just beautiful in the region of the old castle, everybody, tourist and inhabitant, enjoys visiting and watching the charming castle. We know that the castle is existent since the Hellenistic era (end of 4th c. B.C. – 30 B.C). Findings from archaeological excavations proof that.  Always since that time the castle […]

Cross the Aegean sea by Ferry

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To travel to neighbouring islands around Chios is a nice idea and definitely worth your while. But keep in mind that you should check the ferry schedules in one of the travel agencies of Chios City before you book a hotel in Lesvos, Samos or even Turkey. Because the schedules are changed regularly depending on the season so you cannot always count on the same timetable. Plus, the web sites are a bit messy (there are several different ferry companies, who all provide only the timetables of their own ferries, so you easily miss a great opportunity!). So the sure […]

Enjoy the open air cinema Cine Kipos!

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Are you looking for an unforgettable place to go at your first date? Lucky you, we have the perfect activity for you: The open air cinema of Chios. The Municipal Summer Cinema “Cine Kipos” was established in 1995 by the municipality of Chios and its Development Agency and is situated in the Municipal Garden (Kipos) of Chios city. The establishment of the cinema is part of the effort made by Local Authorities aiming to preserve the typical Greek habit of open summer cinemas. Check the opening times before, because it is unfortunately only open in the summer. In the selection […]

The Maritime Museum of Chios City

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In Chios City you can find an old traditional house from the 19th century. It is owned by a couple of Anastasios and Marouko Patera. In there the Maritime Museum of Chios which was donated in 1991 is housed. Chios is well-known for its large maritime history, countless sailers and ship owners are original from Chios. The museum shows this part of Chios’ history with remarkable collections of the exhibits, portraits of sailing ships and steam boats, photographs and models of ships from the naval life and navigation equipment complete the impressive collection. In the courtyard of the museum there […]

Byzantine Museum of Chios

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You are not only interested in the beauty of Chios Island, but also hungry for some history? Then let’s go to the just renovated Byzantine Museum in Chios City! The museum is housed in the 19th century mosque in the heart of Chios City. Its extensive collection covers a long period from the Christian times to the 17th century with sculptures and marble tombs from the Jewish cemetery and has been discovered on the island and donated from private collections. It might not be the biggest museum you ever saw but nevertheless gives you an interesting insight in the rich history […]