Sightseeing in Thassos - what to see. Complete travel guide
The resort has started attracting the attention of foreign tourists not so long ago. Perhaps, the main advantage of this place is in its quiet and calm atmosphere. The number of visitors here is not so large comparing to other popular Greek resorts. Picturesque scenery, beautiful and mild sea, and chestnuts bushes – this is a real paradise ideal for lovers of secluded relaxation.
Thasos is well-known as a beach resort with an excellent infrastructure and a wide choice of entertainment. Its unique nature makes Thasos popular amongst eco-tourists too. The most popular … Open
Charming Emerald Island will amaze tourists dreaming about vacation at the beach. All the local beaches are beautiful and known for their cleanness and high ecological standards. Many of … Open
Mount Ipsarion is the highest point of Thassos island. Its height is more than 1200 meters above sea level. Hiking to the mount is a popular tourist activity. There are many nice routes along its slopes. You can admire rare plant and bird species and visit some picturesque villages. In each village, travelers are welcomed to national restaurants and handicraft shops. An interesting museum of a local sculptor is open to public visits in Potamya village.
Island of Thassos offers hundreds of hotels to choose from. Travelers resting in Potos should pay attention to Royal Paradise Beach luxurious spa-hotel. Located at the charming private … Open
No less spectacular is the monastery of the Archangel Michael. It was founded in the 18th century and is currently considered one of the largest on the island. One part of the convent has been converted into a museum nowadays. It keeps a collection of ancient religious articles and literary works on religious life whose authors are the monks of the monastery. The monastery is located on the edge of a cliff. Its adjacent territory offers spectacular views of the coast.
It's not an easy task to name the best of Thasos restaurants, but you can always follow recommendations of experienced tourists and gourmets. The La Terrasse restaurant is located at Golden … Open
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Survived castles around Thassos
♥ Castle 'Kavala Castle' Kavala, 34.3 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Castle 'Stavronikita monastery-fortress' Mount Athos, 56 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Castle 'Xenophontos monastery-fortress' Mount Athos, 61.9 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Castle 'Simonopetra monastery-fortress' Mount Athos, 64.6 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Castle 'Ouranoupolis Tower' Ouranoupolis, 69.2 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Castle 'Kavala Castle' Kavala, 34.3 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Castle 'Stavronikita monastery-fortress' Mount Athos, 56 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Castle 'Xenophontos monastery-fortress' Mount Athos, 61.9 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Castle 'Simonopetra monastery-fortress' Mount Athos, 64.6 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Castle 'Ouranoupolis Tower' Ouranoupolis, 69.2 km from the center. On the map Photo
National and city parks around Thassos
♥ World Heritage Site 'Mount Athos' , 59.4 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ National Park 'Ethniko Parko Oroseiras Rodopis' , 79.6 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ National Park 'Ethniko Parko ygrotopon ton limnon Koroneias - Volvis kai ton Makedonikon Tempon' , 96 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ World Heritage Site 'Pirin National Park' , 155.9 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ World Heritage Site 'Mount Athos' , 59.4 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ National Park 'Ethniko Parko Oroseiras Rodopis' , 79.6 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ National Park 'Ethniko Parko ygrotopon ton limnon Koroneias - Volvis kai ton Makedonikon Tempon' , 96 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ World Heritage Site 'Pirin National Park' , 155.9 km from the center. On the map Photo
Sights around Thassos from our guide 'Extreme places on Earth'
Giola Lagoon
From the series “Most Scary Swiiming Pools”
Check on the map: Distance from Thassos center - 11 km.
However, the lagoon is not empty. Curious tourists who want to take spectacular memorable photos visit it every day. Part of the large natural pool is located under a canopy. The lagoon is much larger than it might seem at first glance. Many beautiful legends are associated with the picturesque lagoon. The locals gave it a romantic unofficial name – "Aphrodite's Tear". According to one of the legends, Zeus created this picturesque pool for his beloved Aphrodite. …
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