Sightseeing in Leros Island - what to see. Complete travel guide
The legendary island of Artemis continues to cherish its natural charm and attract travelers from distant lands. Many tourists visit Leros to admire its inherent welcoming and relaxed atmosphere; locals are very friendly and happy to introduce features of their way of life to foreigners. The first settlements appeared on the island back in the prehistoric era, so its history and attractions are unique. There is a variety of interesting museums, as well as archeological areas and historical monuments of different eras.
The Greeks are quite straightforward and sincere in communication. They are emotional, they can touch the interlocutor during a conversation, raise their voice, suddenly start humming … 
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In the city of Lakkion, which was built by the Italians shortly before the outbreak of World War II, you can see several interesting objects. For example, the church of St. Nicholas, built … Open
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To the east of Platanos there is the ancient Castle of Leros, a massive and beautiful fortification that protected the island from invaders. Among local religious sites the Church of Christ the Savior is noteworthy. That’s a gorgeous architectural monument built to meet the most vibrant national traditions.
Leros, despite its very small size, will give you quite a lot of opportunities for active pastime. There are usually not too many tourists here, and therefore you can quite comfortably do … Open
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There are several old monasteries on the island, which are also available to visit. Fans of natural attractions would enjoy a huge selection of pleasant places for walking. Leros is an ideal holiday destination for those fond of active tourism.
Despite its modest size, the island of Leros has a huge selection of attractive resort villages featuring great beaches. The most picturesque is the coast of the capital, the town of Agia … Open
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Fans of scuba diving will find it interesting to make a visit to Dodecanese – coastal waters near the village are rich in exotic marine creatures. Beginner divers who only start mastering scuba diving will be able to see colorful fish and many other marine creatures. Experienced divers will also be not disappointed as there are sites for deep diving in the area. Sunken warships are the main landmarks of these diving sites. Fans of event tourism are recommended to visit the island on Easter - this holiday remains one of the most important ones for local people. Local people traditionally cook many interesting and delicious local delicacies, including roasted lamb. 
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Map of all castles
Survived castles around Leros Island
♥ Castle 'Leros Castle' Leros, 2.5 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Castle 'Kalymnos Castle' Kalymnos, 25 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Castle 'Monastery of Saint John the Theologian' Patmos, 31.6 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Castle 'Anthimachia Castle' Kos, 46.5 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Castle 'Nerantzia Castle' Kos, 48.9 km from the center. On the map
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Sights around Leros Island from our guide 'Extreme places on Earth'
Mausoleum at Halicarnassus
From the series “Seven Wonders of the World”
Check on the map: Distance from Leros Island center - 52.6 km.
When the king Mausolus died, the tomb has not been completed yet. Construction of the mausoleum was finished only in 350 BC. A grand building lasted nearly 2 000 years. During that time, the structure has experienced many important historical events, including numerous attacks by pirates and the conquest. The mausoleum was fully destroyed in the 15th century. Maltese took marble slabs and used them for the construction of the fortress, which bore the name of St. Peter. In 1966, fragments of bas-reliefs and statues of the once majestic tomb were found during archaeological investigations. As so, scientists managed to restore its image as closely as possible. …
Read further Distance from Leros Island center - 52.6 km.
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