It is not without reason that Samos is considered one of the most attractive East Aegean islands; this Greek island is located closest to Turkey than any other. According to historical data, the first settlements on its territory appeared more than 5,000 years ago; many beautiful myths and legends are associated with the island. According to one of them, Samos is the birthplace of the goddess Hera; for many years, local residents sacredly revered her cult, and the main decoration of the island was a temple dedicated to the goddess.
Samos was the birthplace of the great philosopher Pythagoras, whose name is also associated with many local attractions. The city of Pythagorio was named in his honor - the ancient capital of the island - a real treasure trove of priceless historical monuments. Today Pythagorio is a miniature village, among the distinctive features of which is the unique national flavor and atmosphere of past centuries. Here is one of the most visited local attractions - the cave in which, according to legend, Pythagoras lived. The ruins of ancient buildings have been preserved on the territory of the village; several interesting archaeological areas to visit are located in the immediate vicinity of Pythagorio. You should definitely see the ruins of a Venetian fortress, the construction of which took place during the Middle Ages.
The most significant attraction is located in the city of Ireon, we are talking about the beautiful Temple of Hera, which Herodotus considered one of the outstanding wonders of the world. To this day, the majestic building has only partially survived; during the excursion, travelers can appreciate the scale of the temple, as well as admire the surviving elements of the sculptures. The current capital of the island is the city of Vathy. It will definitely appeal not only to lovers of excursions, but also to those who cannot imagine a proper vacation without shopping. Copyright www.site
The most famous attraction of the capital is the Archaeological Museum, which displays priceless artifacts that were discovered by scientists during the exploration of the island. An equally interesting object is the local market - the largest in Samos. A walk through the colorful shopping arcades will be a great way to get acquainted with the local culture and culinary traditions. Local artisans present their products at the market; the variety of goods and works of art is simply amazing. Art connoisseurs will be attracted by the capital's art exhibition, which presents works by local painters.
Among the notable features of the Greek island are the abundance of Orthodox monasteries, the most famous of which are Zoodochas Pigi, Timiou Stavrou and Megali Spilianis. For many hundreds of years, pilgrims from all over the world have visited them to venerate unique Orthodox relics. A walk through the picturesque village of Kumaradei, which is located in the southern part of the island, promises to be interesting. It is often called the “village of craftsmen”; the fact is that a huge number of interesting craft workshops are concentrated here. Many travelers specifically go to the village to buy original souvenirs. Samos is famous for its high-quality pottery workshops. Nature lovers will prefer the village of Karlovasi, the main symbols of which are beautiful waterfalls and lakes. There are a huge number of exciting excursion routes across the island; fans of hiking will definitely not be bored.
Fans of beach activities have access to beautiful pebble beaches on the island; they are located in very picturesque and quiet bays. In the immediate vicinity of the town of Poseidonio there is Clima Beach, which is considered one of the most popular on the island. On its territory there is a rental point for beach equipment, and taverns and shops are located nearby. Not far from the village of Lemonaki there is one of the largest beaches on the island, its length is more than 1,000 meters. The beach is well equipped; even at the height of the tourist season, you can choose a place for a comfortable stay.
The island of Samos is the most famous and visited resort of island Greece in the eastern part of the Aegean Sea. The area of the island is 478 sq. km.
The island of Samos is part of the Eastern Sporades archipelago, a group of islands on the Ionian coast of Asia Minor. It is separated from Turkey by the Eptastadio Canal, which is only 1,650 meters wide. The island of Samos ranks 9th in terms of population among island Greece (35 thousand people).
Samos has its own international airport Aristarchos, which has been operating since 1963, 2 km from Pythagorio and receives flights from many European countries, but not from Russia. Russians can get to the island of Samos using local airlines from Athens, Greece, in 1 hour.
The cities of Samos and Karlovassi are passenger seaports with ferry connections to several islands of the Aegean Sea: Piraeus, Cyclades, Ikaria.
There is another exotic way to get to the island of Samos - sail from Turkey from the port of Kusadasi or Kusantasi in two hours by ferry. Today, during the summer, the Greek authorities began to organize visa-free visits to the island of Samos from Turkey.
Fertile plains with vineyards, green hills and pine forests, chestnut and olive groves, citrus orchards, high blue clear skies and 300 sunny days a year, as well as hot and dry summers attract an increasing number of tourists to the island of Samos every year.
The beach season lasts on the island of Samos from mid-April to the end of October with an average air temperature of up to +35C, water +28C.
A sea holiday on the coasts of the Aegean Sea of the island of Samos awaits lovers of a relaxing holiday, fans of picturesque landscapes and bays with rocky shores, indented by comfortable bays, active young people involved in diving and windsurfing, sea travelers and gourmets of “Mediterranean cuisine”.
The best resort towns of Samos island: Pythagorio, Karlovassi, Kokkari and Vatha.
Holidays for families with children can be enjoyed on the beaches of Potami, Kambos or on the beach of Kerveli Bay.
The small port of Marathokambos is the starting point for lovers of sea excursions.
Beaches of Samos island.
The beaches of Samos are located mainly in picturesque convenient bays. Most of the beaches on the island of Samos are pebbly with clear turquoise water.
Clima Beach- this is one of the best beaches near the town of Poseidonio on the island of Samos with a tavern and bars.
The tourist village of Kokkari and the village of Lemonaki have excellent kilometer-long beaches with small pebbles.
It is considered the cleanest and least crowded beach near Tsamadu, more than two kilometers long.
Kerveli Bay Beach near the village of Paleokastro is ideal for relaxing even with the smallest children, because there is shallow water with a gentle entrance to the sea and warmer water near the shore.
The southwest of Samos is famous for the beach near the village of Votsalakia, which is located on the way to the caves of Pythagoras. The water is the coolest here.
The most popular beaches among tourists are:
- Potami (Karlovassi region) - a kilometer wide arc of sand and pebbles. It is located near the forest and rocky mountains, shimmering with all the colors of the sunset. The area has hot thermal springs;
- Megalo Seitani. Micro Seitani is a secluded quiet beach, which is under the protection of Greece and is surrounded by impregnable rocks, which can only be reached on foot or by boat from the sea;
- Sand and pebble beaches of Psili Amos and Mikali;
- The beaches of the northern coast of the island and the second largest tourist center of Kokkarion are a haven for windsurfers (Lemonaki and Tsamadu beaches);
- Potokaki Beach on the southern coast of the island has modern infrastructure for beach holidays;
- Gagkou Beach is the closest pebble beach to the capital Samos (15 minutes walk from Samos port).
The city of Samos is the capital of the island of the same name.
The capital of the island is the city of Samos, which merged with the city of Vathi and these two cities formed a metropolitan conglomerate. It is located just opposite the coast of Turkey and tourists vacationing here can visit the Turkish seaside city of Kusadasi with excursions (about 2 hours by ferry). The capital Samos is bustling with youth and holiday life! The most popular night spots in the capital are the Mezza Volta bar and the Goal bar.
Sights of Samos:
- Paleontological Museum;
- Tris-Exilis (Triple Chapel 17th century);
- Ruins of an ancient castle in the mountain village of Paleokastron (3 km from the city);
- Monastery of Zoodohas Pihi (“Life-Giving Spring”);
The historical center of the island of Samos is considered to be the ancient capital is the city of Pythagorio.
Architectural attractions of the Pythagorio resort:
- The temple of the goddess Hera is a symbol of the island and one of the wonders of Ancient Greece. Today the temple is the stone remains of numerous ancient structures and the only surviving column;
- The center of resort life at Pythagorio is the city embankment, the main decoration of which is the monument to the ancient philosopher and mathematician Pythagoras.
Fans of legends will be interested in admiring historical sights of the Pythagorio resort:
- Ruins of the ancient palace of Cleopatra and Anthony;
- Cave of Pythagoras;
- Archaeological Museum;
- Spilianis Monastery with the unique Church of the Virgin Mary, built in a natural cave;
- Castle of Lycurgus Logothetis (19th century);
- Excavations of Tigani with an aqueduct, baths and defensive ancient structures, a stadium, a market square, residential buildings, which are under UNESCO protection.
Pythagorio is also a place for nightlife entertainment for young people (Corner Bar).
Karlovassi- a port and the second largest city after the capital, consisting of a combination of settlements: Karlovassi, Limani, Ormos, Neo, Paleo, Meseo.
Family factories producing textiles, leather, and ceramics flourish here.
Tourists fly to the island of Samos for a beach holiday for every taste, rare sights, eternal spring and exotica!
Sights of the island of SAMOS.
- A 1 km long aqueduct in the mountain in the form of a tunnel, built by Polycrates in 538-525 BC. (Evpalinio Origma tunnel);
- Folklore Museum at Pythagorion on the south coast of the island (open until 13:30);
- Temple of the Goddess Hera in Heraion 8-6 centuries BC. For Ancient Greece, it was known as an important cultural center (the village of Colona, 8 km from Pythagoria);
- The pier dam in the port of Samos is a wonder of the world, which was mentioned in the works of Herodotus (not preserved);
- The Cave of Pythagoras is the purpose of sightseeing for active and strong tourists;
- The town of Vourlioti – hiking routes of stunning beauty;
- The majestic mountain ranges of Kerkis and Ampelos. The main peak of the island reaches a height of 1434 meters (Kerkis);
- The village of Pyrgos is famous for its beekeeping traditions and especially delicious honey;
- Archaeological museums of the cities of Samos and Pythagorio;
- Paleontological Museum with a cemetery of rare animals in Mytilene;
- Milos is a village of mills and the mysterious river Imvrasos, where the goddess Hera met Zeus according to the legends and myths of Ancient Greece;
- Castle of the Saracens near Ireon;
- Monasteries of Timu Stavrou (16th century) and Megali Panagia (16th century) near Kumaradi;
- Church of Metamorfosi near Karlovassi (11th century);
- Waterfall of the Potami River near the resort of Karlovassi.
What to bring as a gift from the island of Samos? Muscat very strong local wine “Vafi”, honey, olive oil, ceramics, textiles and leather.
Samos city
It was the center of Ionian culture during antiquity. The birthplace of a number of great figures of ancient culture: the philosophers Pythagoras, Melissa and Epicurus, the astronomers Aristarchus and Aristillus.
The island is mentioned in the works of Herodotus, which lists the wonders of the world. All three wonders of the world are located here:
- Aqueduct in the form of a tunnel,
- Dam in the port on the island,
Geography
Satellite image of the island
The island is located in the eastern Aegean Sea and has an area of about 478 km². The length of the island from west to east is 43 kilometers, the width from north to south is about 8 kilometers. Samos is one of the largest and most fertile islands of the Aegean Sea. It is separated from the coast of Asia Minor by the Mycale Strait, the width of which at its narrowest point is only 1.6 kilometers. Along with the mountains, the island has relatively many fertile plains, a significant part of which is occupied by vineyards. Vafi wine has a very good reputation outside Greece. The largest plains of the island are Pythagorio in the southeast, Karlovasi in the northwest and Marofokampos in the southwest. The population of the island is about 34 thousand people, Samos is the ninth most populous of the Greek islands. The climate of Samos is typically Mediterranean with mild, rainy winters and hot, dry summers.
The largest mountain area of the island is the Ampelos massif, located in the central part of the island and reaches a height of 1095 meters. The highest point of the island - the peak of the Kerkis massif reaches a height of 1434 meters. The Samos Mountains are a continuation of the Mikale ridge of Turkish Asia Minor.
Story
Early Antiquity
As findings near the village of Pythagorio show, people settled on the island of Samos in the 3rd millennium BC. e. Presumably Samos was inhabited by tribes of Carians and Leleges. The island contains traces of the Minoan and Mycenaean civilizations. Since the times of these civilizations, the cult of the goddess Hera, who was allegedly born on this island, arose on the island. About a thousand years BC, the Ionians landed on the island during the great Greek migration. Samos became one of the 12 members of the Ionian League.
Rule of Polycrates
Aqueduct built by Polycrates
Taking advantage of the lack of its own fleet in the Persian Empire, Polycrates establishes the hegemony of the Samos fleet in the Aegean Sea. Polycrates concluded a treaty of friendship with the Egyptian pharaoh Amasis and exchanged endowed gifts with him. Samos became a center of piracy. Polycrates robbed both friends and enemies. There is a well-known phrase from Polycrates that “it is better to earn the gratitude of friends by returning to them what was taken away than not to take anything from them at all.”
The vast income that came to the island was spent wisely. Extensive construction took place: Samos harbor was expanded and protected by a large causeway; The walls of the city and fortress were re-fortified, their length exceeded a kilometer; A deep ditch was dug around the city, the temple and sanctuary of Hera was expanded and newly decorated, replacing the one that had burned down. Polycrates built a castle, and in a mountain located to the north of the city, he ordered a tunnel about a kilometer long to be dug and installed in it a water supply system from a massive spring to supply the city with fresh and unpolluted water (the so-called Samian aqueduct). Part of the funds was spent on updating and creating a new fleet. By order of Polycrates, construction began on a new type of ship, the samen, which differed from modern ships in having a stubby bow with the image of a boar, more rounded contours and the ability to sail. Images of this ship have since appeared on Samian coins, which also began to be called “samens”.
Around this time, an uprising of democracy took place in Samos against the nobility with the participation of the Athenians, who were in the harbor with three ships. The Samian democrats killed about two hundred people, all of them noble citizens, four hundred people were sentenced to exile, and their land and houses were confiscated in their favor. Since now the Athenians, having recognized the Samians as reliable allies, decided to grant them autonomy, from that time on the Samian people themselves ruled the state, and did not give the Geomors any rights, not even epigs, so that none of the Samian people were allowed to marry their daughters geomors, nor give their daughters to them in marriage.
After these events, Samos became the main base of the Athenian fleet and the center of the democratic movement of the Athenian state. Thrasybulus and other leaders of the Athenian democrats, relying on their base in Samos, overthrew the rule of the Three Hundred in Athens. After the end of the Peloponnesian War, Samos, along with Skyros and Lemnos, remained part of the Athenian state. In 387 BC. e. under the terms of the Treaty of Antalcid it was recognized as independent. In 365 BC. e. after an eleven-month siege, the island was again conquered by Athens. The Athenians settled cleruchi from among their poor citizens on the island. The island remained loyal to Athens during the Allied War of 357-355 BC. e. and was attacked by the rebel allies. After the Lamian War of 322 BC. e. the island began to be administered by Macedonia.
Samos in the Hellenistic era
Samos under Roman and Byzantine rule
At the beginning of Roman rule, the island had fairly broad autonomy. But in 88 BC. e. Samos supported the Pontic king Mithridates VI Eupator in the war against Rome, and after the defeat of the Pontics in 85 BC. e. lost his autonomy.
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Famous Samians
- Aristarchus of Samos - astronomer and mathematician
- Aristil - mathematician
- Asclepiades of Samos - lyric poet
- Hyperbole - Athenian politician, killed at Samos
- Irenaeus I (Patriarch of Jerusalem) - born in Samos
- Conon of Samos - astronomer and mathematician
- Melissa - philosopher
- Pythagoras - mathematician and philosopher
- Pythagoras of Rhegium - sculptor
- Polycrates - tyrant of the island
- Theodore of Samos - architect and sculptor
- Aesop - was a slave for a long time on Samos
- Epicurus - philosopher
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Coordinates: 37°44′00″ n. w. 26°50′00″ E. d. / 37.733333° N. w. 26.833333° E. d.(G)37.733333 , 26.833333
Samos is the largest and greenest Greek island in the Eastern Sporades archipelago, its area exceeds 477 square meters. km. It is inhabited by 35 thousand people. The capital is Samos, which is also called Vati.
Tourists come here to swim in the pristine depths of the Aegean Sea, sunbathe on its magnificent beaches, and practice or master all kinds of water sports. You can also become familiar with the rich ancient heritage, visit mountain villages and monasteries, or simply wander along picturesque paths in the mountains, the highest point of which is the Kerkis massif (1434m). The slopes are literally buried in orange and olive groves, cypresses, cedars and palm trees. Everything here smells fragrant and blooms in such a way that it creates the complete impression of heaven on earth.
Archaeological finds indicate that the first settlers appeared on Samos in the third millennium BC. In ancient times, largely due to its convenient geographical location, it became an economically developed region of Ancient Greece.
Around 538 BC. Grand construction began on the island. Almost anew after the fire, the temple of the goddess of hearth and marriage, Hera, was built and luxuriously decorated, especially revered here, since Samos was considered her homeland.
The Samos harbor has been renewed, expanded and protected by a powerful dam. The first water supply system in the city was built - the famous aqueduct, which supplied residents with clean water and was called a wonder of the world by the ancient Greek historian and philosopher Herodotus, along with the dam and the Temple of Hera, which has partially survived to this day.
There was a time in the medieval history of Samos when it became practically uninhabited - the population was forced to leave the island due to constant pirate raids. However, after a dozen years, it gradually began to be populated by Orthodox migrants who were looking for solitude here.
In 1830 Samos became part of the Ottoman Empire. And at the beginning of the twentieth century. was again annexed to Greece. During World War II, German and Italian soldiers ruled the island, and as a result, many historical monuments were destroyed.
Samos on the map
Climate
Mediterranean - with mild, rainy winters (temperatures almost never drop below +15°C) and dry, hot summers (usually +30-35°C). It is always easy to breathe, thanks to the almost constant sea breeze and the complete absence of dust. Therefore, according to many, the Samos climate is healing.
The most comfortable time to swim is in May-October.
Attractions
In ancient times, the island was famous for its many palaces, temples and military fortifications that protected it from enemies.
Now all cultural and historical attractions are concentrated mainly in the capital and the small town of Pythagorio, which in ancient times was the main one in Samos.
There are other interesting places - the villages of Ireon and Marathokampos, the latter located on the Kerkis mountain range, as well as the passenger seaport of Karlovasi.
Travelers are especially attracted by the abundance of ancient monuments. The great Greek scientists and philosophers - Pythagoras, Epicurus and Melissus of Samos - were born on Samos.
Samos has a rich Archaeological Museum. Rare finds are exhibited here, including the famous, largest Greek statue of Kouros, representing the ancient Hellenic type of a young man. Ancient sculptors used a single piece of marble weighing almost five tons to make it. Archaeologists reconstructed its appearance from the found debris. Now the sculpture amazes tourists not only with its beauty, but also with its enormous height, three times the average human height.
The Paleontological Museum in the settlement of Mytilene is also interesting, where over five dozen species of ancient animals are collected, many of which moved here from Asia Minor, when this island was part of it in the pre-glacial period. Among them, the so-called “Samian monster” is especially famous - a kind of similarity to the current giraffe, only with a short neck. According to some historians, it was this “Samian monster” that became the source of numerous myths about the griffin - a creature with eagle wings, claws, the head and body of a lion, dominating the spheres of earth and air.
Three kilometers from the Samian capital, in the small mountain settlement of Paleokastron, you can see the ruins of an ancient castle and it’s easy enough to imagine how luxurious and majestic it was in former times.
Ancient Pythagorio is also a witness to many historical events, on the embankment of which the monument to the famous Pythagoras majestically rises. And in the mountains above the city there is the so-called Pythagorean Cave, in which, according to legend, the great scientist lived and worked, hiding from the oppression of the tyrant ruler. You can only get there on foot.
Tourists always strive to visit the suburb of Pythagorio, where the ruins of the once stunning palace of the legendary Anthony and Cleopatra, which is the crown of creativity of the best Egyptian architects, have been preserved.
There are quite a lot of Orthodox pilgrims on the island who come to pray in local monasteries and churches for ancient values. One of them is the monastery of Zoodohas Pihi, otherwise known as the Life-Giving Spring, where thousands of monks found refuge. Its architecture is so amazing that it creates the impression of its unearthly origin and evokes awe.
Beaches of Samos
The island has many magnificent pebble beaches. All with crystal water and a lot of unafraid fish. 
The best of them:
- Clima, located near the town of Poseidonio. Children feel at ease in the shallow coastal waters here, so this is the most preferable option for a family holiday. There are inexpensive bars and restaurants nearby with excellent national cuisine;
- AgiaMarkella – near the town of Vathy. The beach is essentially wild and very popular;
- Kerveli for lovers of solitude. Here you can enjoy relaxation all day long, communicating exclusively with nature and the cleanest sea;
- PsiliAmos is a sandy beach not far from the capital itself. This one is just for fans of active recreation, picnics and entertainment;
- Malagari is suitable not only for admirers of the water element, but also for connoisseurs of real good wine. There is a winery nearby where you can taste excellent drinks.
PsiliAmos Beach - from above:
Cuisine and wines
The island of Samos is the birthplace of the famous sweet nutmeg, which has received a lot of various international awards. Since ancient times, Muscat wines have been the main export product. In August, travelers from all over the world gather here to try this precious drink that adds strength.
An interesting point: the purchased glass of nutmeg can then be refilled as many times as your heart desires.
It is not surprising that no one leaves the island without a bottle of natural Muscat wine.
In addition, Samos is famous for its high-quality dairy products, especially yogurt and feta cheese. And all kinds of vegetable dishes. Particularly popular are stewed eggplants (moussaka), stuffed peppers and tomatoes, and, of course, the Greek salad of coarsely chopped vegetables and feta with olive oil. And, of course, one cannot do without seafood - squid, shrimp, octopus...
What to bring from Samos
First of all, wine and natural olive oil. And... the “mug of justice” - now this is the main local souvenir, and at a time when the price of water was equal to the price of gold - a vessel invented by Pythagoras that did not allow slaves to pour more into it than it should be, otherwise the water would simply pour out of a hole specially made in it.
Leather and ceramic products (bags, wallets, belts, handmade dishes) are in great demand among tourists, since Greek craftsmen are famous for them.
Travelers who have visited the village of Pyrgos, known since ancient times for its rich beekeeping traditions, do not leave without fragrant honey.
Prices
A beach umbrella will cost about $4, but usually there is no need for it - large branches of trees, which are rich in almost all Samos beaches, cover the sun from the sun.
One person can have lunch in a tavern, on average, for $10, dinner -
Samos has more than three hundred different hotels. Meals are usually not included, but breakfasts are available.
A three-star hotel offers rooms from 3-3.5 thousand rubles.
How to get to Samos
The island has its own international airport (Aristarchos), which has direct connections with many European countries, but not with Russia, unfortunately. Therefore, you need to fly to Athens, which will take 3.5 hours. Then by local flight to Samos – 1 hour. For a shared flight, one tourist will have to pay approximately 500 €.
It is worth picking up a map of the island at the information desk at Aristarchos Airport. It is also given out free of charge when renting a car. The card can also be purchased at any kiosk for just over 1 €.
You can get around the island by taxi or rented car.
Travelers describe Samos as a place with amazing beaches, excellent roads and cheerful people. The island has managed to maintain its almost pristine charm due to the absence of mass tourist flows.
What kind of miracle this is can be understood by standing in the silence of high-mountain monasteries, climbing to a forest waterfall through the Cataractes gorge, scuba diving in Poseidonia and tasting seafood dishes in Kokkari.
Located in the Eastern Sporades archipelago, Samos is still quite an exotic route for a Russian-speaking tourist. Meanwhile, the island occupies a very prominent place in world history. Consider the fact that this is the birthplace of such great people as Pythagoras, Epicurus, Aristarchus (the first astronomer to suggest that the Earth revolves around the Sun) and several others.
In modern Greece, Samos is also very significant. It is one of the most fertile islands of the Aegean Sea, and also the 9th most populous island of Hellas. The island's territory is covered with numerous vineyards, and the local wine "Vafi" has a very good reputation even outside of Greece. The abundance of fertile plains is complemented by the majestic mountains of the Ampelos and Kerkis massifs, and the main peak of the island has a quite impressive height of 1434 m.
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As befits a Greek island with a rich history, Samos has a lot to offer its visitors. In ancient times, even before the classical period, the island was one of the most powerful states of Hellas, and its peak of prosperity occurred during the period of the tyranny of Polycrates - 6th century BC. Under Polycrates, the fleet of Samos was perhaps the most powerful in the Aegean Sea. Using force for piracy, Polycrates invested the proceeds in the support of the fleet, the research of new types of ships, diplomacy and the architectural decoration of his capital. Some of these structures have survived to this day.
Samos has an abundance of both beaches and small secluded coves
Thus, on the southern coast of Samos and on the site of its ancient capital is the town of Pythagorio. One of its attractions is the Eupalina tunnel, which in ancient times served to supply the city with water. Traces of ancient fortification – ruins of walls and towers – have also been preserved in Pythagorio.
In the village of Colona, just 8 km from Pythagoria, it makes sense to take a walk to the Temple of Hera. Today these are only remnants of former luxury. The temple on this site was founded in the 8th century BC. Having survived several reconstructions and renovations, the sanctuary of Hera even received mention in the works of Herodotus. According to the father of history, the Temple of Hera on Samos is the greatest of all the temples he has ever seen. And Herodotus saw a lot.
Beaches on the island
Along with archaeological research, it is not a sin to take sea and sunbathing on Samos. The beaches here are quite good, and although the island is not included in our cohort, it has something to offer its guests. The area of the island is about 500 km, so there is plenty of room for swimming.
If you are just passing through Samos and arrived by ferry, then you can escape the summer heat at Gagkou Beach. This is the closest beach to Samos town, which is located just 15 minutes walk from the port. Please note that the beach is pebbly, but the sea here is usually very clean.
Some photos of Samos resemble another Greek island - Symi
Climate and weather
The climate on Samos is similar to other sister islands in the Mediterranean. About 300 sunny days a year with hot and dry summers. The average temperature in July is about 30C, but in recent years there has been a noticeable tendency to increase. The tourist season on the island opens in May.
How to get there
Samos is also connected to the mainland by air, with daily flights from Athens. During the season, Samos Airport operates at increased load, receiving, among other things, low-cost flights from a number of airlines, including AirBerlin, Transavia, Jetairfly and Smartwings. You can find a cheap flight through
