Lesvos - The perfect Greek island holiday getaway
Lesvos lies in a relatively quiet corner of the north east Aegean sea is just a few miles from Turkey. Lesvos, is third largest island in Greece and the birthplace of poets, musicians in ancient times is full of history. Inland Lesvos consists of three mountain ranges overlooking fertile agricultural plains and small valleys, freshwater springs, monasteries, churches and quaint villages. Lesvos has sand and shingle beaches in the south and small coves and picturesque bays in the north coast - Lesvos in many respects is the perfect Greek island holiday getaway.

Lesvos - Virtually unknown as a holiday destination
Lesvos has two large bodies of water, the Gulf of Yera in the west and the Gulf of Kalloni in the centre of give the island it's unusual shape. Lesvos is one of the few islands in Greece where most of the towns and villages still retain original architectural intact. Until recently, Lesvos was virtually unknown as a holiday destination. Because of its small size, the island is good for exploring, with Byzantine castles, beaches and lots of pretty. The capital of Lesvos, Mytilene, is an important working port and worth a visit