Metochi of Agios Ioannis Eleimonas (Greek Άγιος Ιωάννης Ελεήμονας = Saint John a merciful) was founded in 1867 or 1869 by monk Isidoro Kyriakopoulo from Marathokampo village.

It’s mostly full of finds from the Heraion of Samos site (more about the Heraion in a following post) and contains collections with Archaic Sculpture, Pottery, Bronzes, Ivory objects, Wooden items, Clay figurines, Small objects.

They say that no two sunsets are ever the same. Whether it’s the colors, the clouds, or the scenery each one has something unique about it. That’s why one time it’s not enough to visit Drakei, to enjoy of the most beautiful sunset from 300 m high.

It is Byzantine style, with four domes, twin church. The post-Byzantine architectural elements of the church, belong to the 11th and 12th centuries …

It’s one of the most famous beaches of Samos. The great length and width of the beach (with many access points), making it comfortable and quiet, with choice of one of the many bustling beach bar or isolate yourself with your own umbrella. The water is crystal clear, with some wind days (mostly direction from the land to the sea), during the summer period.

The history of the cave begins from the ancient times, since there are indications that in the cave lived the Samian Sibyl “Phyto” (Sibyl where a women in trance who prophesied the future). In the Byzantine years and then the same cave was used as a sacred place of Christianity and as a place of asceticism.

Karlovasi is in the northwestern part of the island, which is built above on an homonymous plain. It is the second largest city of the island and the commercial center of western Samos which has a major port serving the western part of the island.

it is a pretty long beach with medium and large pebbles and partly sand, mainly at south eastern side. It is the seaport of Koumeika village that’s why has a small mole. In the region there are several accommodations and restaurants.

it is a small very beautiful sandy beach, with turquoise crystal clear and shallow sea, an exotic corner at the edge of Greece.

Agios Nikolaos church at Kokkari village is the largest of Samos, was founded on 18/9/1902, was completed in 1932 and was inaugurated on 8/12/1963

exceptional natural beauty with two small lakes, ideal for the bold people who want to swim in their icy waters

The village is oriented to the north, on a slope with 40% grade and this giving the impression of a balcony over the Aegean Sea, with excellent view from east to the west and reaches till Chios island and Asia Minor coast. It’s a preserved traditional village, with plenty of water, surrounded with lush vegetation, vineyards and orchards.

The museum is housed in an old tannery stone building and reflects the history of tanning industry in Karlovasi town, which culminated from the middle of 19th century till middle of 20th.

The exhibits and audiovisual equipment, show the everyday life during the Byzantine period, the history of the castle, the action of Lykourgos Logothetis, the fortress architecture in the Aegean and Samos and more.

has no historical or architectural interest but it is a reference point for all walkers and several times was a refuge for some of them who found in difficult situations …

Monastery Evaggelistrias Skalas or Agiou Vasiliou or Vaggelistras (as is known to locals) was founded in 10th century by ascetics in the region and belongs to the Patriarchate of Jerusalem.

The ‘monastery of “Profiti Elia” (Greek Προφήτη Ηλία = Prophet Elias) founded in 1625 by the monks Neofilos and Gregorios, who were monks in “New Monastery” of Chios.

It’s comfortable and quiet beach without waves. Half of the beach is organized with sun beds and umbrellas for rent of the beach bars, while the other half retains its natural character. The name Kukunara, comes from the nickname of a fisherman who used to cast his net around this beach, at the period of 40s 60s.

Tower of Sarakini, It is the oldest tower that built it on the island and dates from 1577. It was the residence of “Nicholas Sarakinis”, one of the first inhabitants of Samos after reoccupation of the island at 1572.

The village has a unique beauty, where the square with the big plane tree, the architecture, the lush vegetation and the northeast excellent view offer.

according to tradition Pythagoras took refuge in this cave, for meditation, or used it as a seminary or to hide

Fabulous scenery, unparalleled beauty, one more hiden treasure of Samos wildlife.

Leka village It’s built in a green landscape with outstanding northeast views to Aegean sea till Asia Minor coasts and Karlovasi town lying ahead.

The church of the monastery is a vaulted basilica with a dome, while inside there are magnificent frescoes of the 17th century,

Pythagoreio is built on the ruins of the ancient city of Samos, capital of the island and one of the most famous Greek cities of antiquity. It is built on the lower part of the old city which was built amphitheatrically, around the harbor.

Only one column is still standing today, preserved up to half of its original height, while the foundations are preserved up to the base of the walls and the stylobate. Began construction of the temple in 540 BC by “Rhoikos” sons, Theodore and Teleklis. The temple was never completed because of Polycrates death in 522 BC.

The monastery of Zoodochou Pigis (Greek Ζωοδόχου πηγής = Life Giving Source) or Ailiotissa (Greek Αηλιώτισσα) was founded in 1756 by the monk Dorotheus.

it’s a BLUE FLAG beach, mostly with sand and partly pebbles next to Samos airport. The part of the beach which has blue flag is about 250 m and is in front of a large resort. The beach it is organized and in other parts of, such as the east, but there are also blank sections (not organized), if you are interested for something like this.

it is a beautiful, secluded beach in the nature, with sand and partly pebbles. Access is relatively difficult, but will reward you when you are explorer and looking for the isolation and quiet away from the crowds and organized beaches.

one of the most popular beaches of Samos in which frequented Locals from Karlovasi town. The waters are crystal clear, the scenery is very interesting and invites exploration. The sunset is beautiful and is worth to see. From here you can go to Micro Seitani and Megalo Seitani beaches.

A forest of agelong, towering plane trees, with the melody of nightingales.

The church of Agios Nikolaos at Potami, with the magnificent view to the sea, is one of the most idyllic and photographed corners of the island …

The monastery of Panagia Vronda (Greek Παναγία Βροντά = Virgin peal) or Vrodiani or “Kokkariani”, was founded in 1566 by the monks Iakovos and Makarios which was seeking to find a quiet place for their spiritual uplift.

It is located in a area with lush vegetation, covered with forest of pines trees mixed with vineyards and beautiful view to the north. There’s abundance of crystal water and the village has many narrow streets and traditional houses.

is of the most famous beaches of Samos. The beach protected by the bay that surrounds, is almost always calm sea waters, where it comes from and the name (as a lake). From the seabed gush out freshwater (coming from the mountain Kerkis), which make the sea crystal clear but and colder.

It’s built on downhill ground with beautiful view to the sea. Its houses are close to its other, separated by narrow maze streets, a characteristic more intense than any other Samian village, which gives a very beautiful picturesque character.

It is a picturesque, quiet, organized beach, with sand and partly small pebble. Worth seeing the small cave at the south, with the turquoise color of the sea. To get there, you have to cross a dirt road for 800 m and walk for 250 m. It features a canteen for snacks, coffee beverages.

Endless view to all points of the horizon, from 1.443 meters high.

Kosmadei village locate at the foot of “Kerkis” mountain, with excellent northeast, northwest views to Aegean sea till Asia Minor coasts and Karlovasi town lying ahead.

The Exhibitions includes five departments, Paleontological, Zoological, Rocks and Minerals, marine life, Botanological, which are further supported by similar laboratories.

it is of the most popular beaches of the island, justifiably since is a picturesque sandy beach with calm and crystal clear sea. Furthermore the shallow waters and the sand on the beach, categorize it as favorite beach for childrens since the playing in the sand and in the sea it’s fun.

Great view to all points of Samos island and surrounding islands, from 1.153 meters high.

it’s alternative little beach, with three constructed levels (like little terraces), and beautiful crystal clear waters, the beach is covered with medium and large pebble

at the top of Leka village in Samos, is the pride of the village, the parish church of Agios Ioannis Prodromos, which it was inaugurated at 1863 and celebrating on August 29th …

haven of the villages Drakei and Kallithea, with traditional shipbuilding metier of wooden boats,

In the Southeastern part of Samos, at the community periphery of Paleokastro village, is a small (150 acres), but special environmental importance, wetland of Alyki (= saltworks, Αλυκή in Greek), with rich and rare biodiversity, unusual for the Aegean islands. From antiquity (probably) and until 1965, the wetland basin was used as a saltworks area for salt production. After saltworks abandonment, nature immediate showed signs of regeneration, and was turn saltworks area into a rich wetland. During winter months (~November ~April), the clay soil of the basin substrate, retains the water and creating a shallow lake, with surface 150 acres and maximum depth about 70 cm. During this period it hosts a large population of migratory birds, and other endemic animals, thus enriching the biodiversity of the wider habitat. During summer months (~May ~October), the water evaporates, the lake dries up, and the biodiversity of the habitat is degraded, eagerly awaiting its new life cycle. The large population and the variety of migratory birds, owe significantly to the geographical location of Alyki, which located between two important wetlands on the coasts of Asia Minor. Southeast the estuary of Meander river, at distance 23 km and north the estuary of Cayster […]

The aim of the project was to supply water from the source of “Ayades”, (hidden at the mountain away from enemies), to the ancient city of Samos, through mount “Kastron”. The result was a remarkable water pipeline, total length 2,385 meters, of which 1,035 through tunnel.

the most important and best preserved Byzantine monument of Samos. External masonry betrays influences from the art of Constantinople …

It is simple and small Monastery, located on the northern slopes of Kerki mountain. Ιt is unknown when it was founded, probably the 19th century or later.

it’s a BLUE FLAG beach, with small pebbles at the beach (partly sandy) and with sand inside. The beach, protected by the homonymous bay, is suitable for families with small or older children, because the waters are quiet and shallows, the kids’ swimming pool which is near, the playground, the billiard, the ground chess and more. On the left and the right side of the beach there are rocks where anyone can go fishing with rod or with mask and snorkel.

Platanos is located at the center of the island. Lying at the west foot of “Ambelos” (or Karvounis) mountain, 11 km distance, south from Karlovasi, with excellent north, south, west views to Aegean sea and to the island of Samos.

The green slopes of Ampelos mountain (or Karvounis) that reach the sea, the view to the sea till Asia Minor, create a scene that is a key feature of the village.

is one of the most famous organized beaches of Samos, with crystal clear turquoise sea, in a bay which restricts the waves. The beach is surrounded by lush vegetation, olive trees and pines that create a beautiful image. At the eastern end of the beach is nudist, without being annoying for dressed.

is another monument of Samos with remarkable frescoes dating from the 17th century

The monk Nile, after six years stay in the Megali Panagia monastery, in 1592 came in this region and built a new chapel in honor of the Holy Cross, in the same place where they found homonym icon.