About Lesbos
The unique unspoiled beauty of Lesvos (Lesbos)
is an astonishing contrast to lush splendour
of the rest of the cosmopolitan islands with
its mysterious forests, dramatic coastline,
tranquil sunsets and rugged mountains.
A wealth of opportunities allows every visitor
to pursue particular interests from sporting
and adventure activities to cultural and leisure
attractions. A
wide variety of accommodation facilities is
available to suit the needs of each traveler,
from luxurious hotels to self catering resorts,
bed and breakfast establishments and guest
houses.
The mild Mediterranean climate, warm hospitality
and friendliness of the people make your holidays
to Lesvos island an unforgettable experience.
Lesvos or Lesbos is the
third largest Greek island and has a long
history that goes back more than 3.000 years.
It has been the birthplace of famous people,
such as the poets Sappho and Alcaeos, Arion
the Guitarist, and Pittacus, one of the seven
wise men of ancient Greece. A tradition that
even continues today and gives the island
that distinctive atmosphere which makes it
so different from the rest.
Sappho's reputation as
a lover of her own sex, has given the word
"Lesbian" an international currency.
Her reputation is based on some of the fragments
of her poetry: "I was in love with you
once, Atthis, long ago..."
Rich in olives and fish, the
island has an economic balance rare in the
Aegean and because of its relative prosperity
the island is very easy for travelers to reach
even in the quiet months of winter. By air,
one can get to Lesvos from Athens five times
a day and from Salonica seven times a week.
By Ferry-boat, one can reach Lesvos every
day from Piraeus, and from Salonica on a less
frequent schedule.
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