Chios

Greece

Chios is a region of Greece, an island in the Aegean Sea 5 miles off the Turkish coasts. The population is about 52,290 (census of 2001), with an area of 904 km². Chios or Chora; it is a port and the island's chief town. The island is famous for its scenery and good climate. Its chief export is mastic but it also produces olives, figs, and wine. Its international fame is based on the size and quality of its shipping community.

  • Regional Unit Of Chios Department of Tourism, +30 22713-50514, +30 22713-50516.

Regional Unit Of Chios Department of Tourism, +30 22713-50514, +30 22713-50516.

  • Agios Minas
  • Amani
  • Chios.
  • Ionia
  • Kampochora
  • Kardamyla
  • Mastichochoria
  • Oinousses
  • Omiroupoli
  • Psara

Chios.

  • Chios. — the main city of the island and its administrative center with a well-preserved Genoese castle.
  • Emporios. — a tiny seaside village, well known for the nearby stretches of black pebbles of 'Mavra Volia', one of the most popular beaches in Chios.
  • Kardamyla. — traditional village at the north of the island.
  • Mesta. — village at the south of the island with strong medieval character, with stone houses closely related, making the village look like a castle.
  • Pyrgi. — village whose houses have black and white decoration at the exterior.
  • Vrondados. — village atop a hill overlooking pebbled beaches.

Chios. — the main city of the island and its administrative center with a well-preserved Genoese castle.

Emporios. — a tiny seaside village, well known for the nearby stretches of black pebbles of 'Mavra Volia', one of the most popular beaches in Chios.

Kardamyla. — traditional village at the north of the island.

Mesta. — village at the south of the island with strong medieval character, with stone houses closely related, making the village look like a castle.

Pyrgi. — village whose houses have black and white decoration at the exterior.

Vrondados. — village atop a hill overlooking pebbled beaches.

  • Oinouses.
  • Psara.
  • Kambos. — A distinctive area just south of the main town and away from mass tourist, with some interesting country estates still owned by Genoese noblemen and transformed into hotels with unique atmosphere.
  • Thymiana - A worth to be visited village some 7 km south of Chios town.

Oinouses.

Psara.

Kambos. — A distinctive area just south of the [[Chios (town)#Orientation|main town]] and away from mass tourist, with some interesting country estates still owned by Genoese noblemen and transformed into hotels with unique atmosphere.

Thymiana - A worth to be visited village some 7 km south of Chios town.

Nea Moni Anavatos

  • Nea Moni. — a UNESCO World Heritage listed monastery
  • Anavatos. — a byzantine village monument with tower-like houses.
  • Mastiha Museum, Θέση Ράχη (Τεπέκι) 82 102, +30 2271 072212. An emblematic museum dedicated to Mastiha (mastic), a unique product coming from the mastic plant Pistacia lentiscus var. Chia.
  • Maritime Museum of Chios, 20, St. Tsouri Street, +30 22710 44139. 10:00-14:00 except Sundays. A private museum that was established in order to maintain, present and preserve the long maritime tradition of the island.

Nea Moni. — a [[UNESCO World Heritage list]]ed monastery

Anavatos. — a byzantine village monument with tower-like houses.

Mastiha Museum, Θέση Ράχη (Τεπέκι) 82 102, +30 2271 072212. An emblematic museum dedicated to Mastiha (mastic), a unique product coming from the mastic plant Pistacia lentiscus var. Chia.

Maritime Museum of Chios, 20, St. Tsouri Street, +30 22710 44139. 10:00-14:00 except Sundays. A private museum that was established in order to maintain, present and preserve the long maritime tradition of the island.

  • Chios Cooking Lessons If you are interested in Chios cuisine, if you want to go deeper into Greek food or you are just in love with cooking, you are invited to join special gatherings, the Chios cooking lessons. An alternative activity to explore Chios and Greek culture, to unveil Chios secrets like a local. You will make, taste and enjoy traditional Greek recipes and prepare delicious dishes.

Chios Cooking Lessons If you are interested in Chios cuisine, if you want to go deeper into Greek food or you are just in love with cooking, you are invited to join special gatherings, the Chios cooking lessons. An alternative activity to explore Chios and Greek culture, to unveil Chios secrets like a local. You will make, taste and enjoy traditional Greek recipes and prepare delicious dishes.

  • To Mestousiko, Mesta, Chios (East of the main square, +30 22710 76458. Daily 10:00 to 23:00 (or later). Small grill with outdoor seating, run by George and Marina Pannadi year-round. The menu has grilled sandwiches, souvlaki, and Greek (horiatiki) salads. Located a block from the town square directly behind the new church of Taxiarchis (Archangels). To reach the restaurant, walk to the right and turn into the first alley. When you see the church, turn right. in expensive.

To Mestousiko, Mesta, Chios (East of the main square, +30 22710 76458. Daily 10:00 to 23:00 (or later). Small grill with outdoor seating, run by George and Marina Pannadi year-round. The menu has grilled sandwiches, souvlaki, and Greek (horiatiki) salads. Located a block from the town square directly behind the new church of Taxiarchis (Archangels). To reach the restaurant, walk to the right and turn into the first alley. When you see the church, turn right. in expensive.

  • Cesme (Turkey)