Chios
Chios is the 5th largest island in Greece. An island famous for its history, culture, the cultivation of its famous mastiha and its highly trained captains.
It also has many hidden treasures…
We recommend only a few of the sights that Chios offers generously to its guests. You can discover the rest by yourself!
In the island of Chios
Kampos of Chios
Kampos is a special residential complex on the southeastern side of the island. The entire area of Kampos is covered by innumerable small and pleasant labyrinthine streets, prepared to take you on a charming walk between the walls, the magnificent gates and the narrow streets.
In Kampos, Chios
The Citrus Museum
The Citrus Museum highlights the leading role of citrus fruits in the wider region’s development and the commercial boom of Chios over the past centuries. It is a dynamic exhibition museum at the bottom of a mansion. The Citrus Museum is located just a few hundred meters from Perleas Estate.
In Kampos, Chios
The Citrus Museum
The Citrus Museum, at the Citrus Estate, highlights the leading role of citrus fruits in the wider region’s development and the commercial boom of Chios over the past centuries. It is a dynamic exhibition museum at the bottom of the mansion. The Citrus Estate is located just a few hundred meters from Perleas Estate.
In Chios city
The Castle of Chios
The Castle of Chios, to the north of the center of Chios, remains impressive since the Hellenistic times onwards. The castle walls are divided into land and seaside, forming an irregular pentagon where strong bastions dominate along the walls.
In the Castle of Chios
The Ottoman Bath
The Ottoman bath dates back to the 18th century and is the largest hammam of the Castle. The building covers an area of 365 square meters and consists of ten rooms. In the middle of the large warm space, under the imposing dome, lies the marble bench of the massage.
In the Castle of Chios
The Ottoman Bath
The Ottoman bath dates back to the 18th century and is the largest hammam of the Castle. The building covers an area of 365 square meters and consists of ten rooms. In the middle of the large warm space, under the imposing dome, lies the marble bench of the massage.
In South Chios
The Mastic Museum
The Chios Mastic Museum is located in south Chios, the only part of the Mediterranean where the Pistacia lentiscus var Chia is cultivated. This is the tree from which mastiha is produced. The museum highlights the history of the cultivation and processing of mastic trees, which is a unique product for Chios. Fill in your excursion to the Chios Mastic Museum with a visit to the nearby beaches. Komi, Mavra Volia and Vroulidia will enchant you.
In South Chios
The Medieval Mastic Villages
In the Medieval Mastic Villages you will discover the most legendary piece of Chios, for witch they are famous globally: their unique product, mastiha. Mesta, Pyrgi, Olympoi, Kalamoti, Vessa, Patrika, Vouno, Elata and Kini are some of the most famous mastic villages. Fill in your excursion to the medieval mastic villages with a visit to the nearby beaches. Agia Dinami, Kato Fana, Apotheka, are going to enchant you.
In South Chios
The Medieval Mastic Villages
Τα Μεσαιωνικά Μαστιχοχώρια
In the Medieval Mastic Villages you will discover the most legendary piece of Chios, for witch they are famous globally: their unique product, mastiha. Mesta, Pyrgi, Olympoi, Kalamoti, Vessa, Patrika, Vouno, Elata and Kini are some of the most famous mastic villages. Fill in your excursion to the medieval mastic villages with a visit to the nearby beaches. Agia Dinami, Kato Fana, Apotheka, are going to enchant you.
In North Chios
Volissos
Volissos is built in the place of a small ancient town, referred to by the tradition as the place where Homer lived. Narrow streets, old houses and stone mansions characterize with their architecture the village. At the top of the hill dominates in the area the castle of Volissos, a defensive fortress dating back to the Middle Ages. Complete your trip to the Northwest Chios with a visit to the nearby beaches. Managros, Magemena and Lefkathia will enchant you.
In North Chios
Lagada
Lagada’s harbor is an excellent choice during the summer months. In its taverns you can enjoy fresh fish and seafood with the necessary accompaniment of ouzo or tsipouro. Complete your trip to the Northwest Chios with a visit to the nearby beaches. Mersindi, Glari, Nagos and Giosonas will enchant you.
In North Chios
Lagada
Lagada’s harbor is an excellent choice during the summer months. In its taverns you can enjoy fresh fish and seafood with the necessary accompaniment of ouzo or tsipouro. Complete your trip to the Northwest Chios with a visit to the nearby beaches. Mersindi, Glari, Nagos and Giosonas will enchant you.
In Central Chios
Nea Moni Monastery
The Nea Moni of Chios is an old historical monastery, founded in 1042 AD. and is known worldwide for its exceptional mosaic art. During the period of its peak in the 14th century, it had a population about a thousand monks. In 1990, it was declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
In Central Chios
Anavatos
A place of unique beauty, full of history, art and legends, Anavatos, stands proud on the side of a steep cliff, a fortuitous place in the heart of the island. The trip to Anavatos can be combined with a visit to Avgonima, a village of romantic color and medieval atmosphere, but also to Elinta Beach with its blue-green waters.
In Central Chios
Anavatos
A place of unique beauty, full of history, art and legends, Anavatos, stands proud on the side of a steep cliff, a fortuitous place in the heart of the island. The trip to Anavatos can be combined with a visit to Avgonima, a village of romantic color and medieval atmosphere, but also to Elinta Beach with its blue-green waters.