Thassos is a beautiful island located in the northern part of the Aegean Sea and separated from mainland Greece by only a 12-kilometer strait. The island of Thassos owes its name to a mythological hero - the son of the Phoenician king Agenor, who, at the behest of his father, went in search of his sister - the beautiful Europa, kidnapped by Zeus. The search was not successful, and the young man could not return to his father without fulfilling his order, so he remained to live on the beautiful island, which was later named after him.
The first settlements on the island of Thassos appeared around 2000 BC; in 1600-1500 it was colonized by the Phoenicians, who were attracted by the reserves of gold and marble, as well as the surprisingly mild climate. Further, the Persians, Spartans, Romans, Byzantines, Turks fought for the right to possess the island of Thasos with fertile lands rich in minerals, and only in 1912 Thasos became part of Greece.
Limenaria has many historical buildings, including a 19th-century Turkish fortress and the Palataki Palace, located at the tip of the cape
In addition to snow-white marble, the island of Thassos is also famous for its excellent wines, flavored with the resin of coniferous trees. According to legend, Tasios Inos grape wine was supplied to the palace of Cleopatra herself.
The cleanest beaches, the azure sea, the abundance of vegetation, thanks to which Thassos is nicknamed the “emerald island”, marble rocks, and the historical sights of Thassos have long attracted both the Greeks themselves and numerous European tourists; the Russians discovered the island not so long ago.
How to get to the emerald island of Thassos
If you are used to traveling by plane, you should know that Thassos does not have its own airport, and the nearest one, Megas Alexandros, belongs to the city on the mainland. There should definitely be no problems with transport to Kavala - the city is connected by regular flights to Athens, and you can find convenient and cheap flights for the dates of your intended trip.
Another alternative for air travel enthusiasts is to fly to Thessaloniki and from there take a bus to Keramoti and then take a ferry to Thassos. During high season, ferries from Kavala and Keramoti depart to the island daily. About transport options from Thessaloniki Airport Grekoblog.
Thassos can be reached both by plane and by ferries, which depart daily from both Kavala and Keramoti in high season
Find out more about the ferry schedule and book a ticket. When booking online, we highly recommend our article, which describes in detail the process of purchasing and receiving tickets in hand.
Hotels
Like many other popular resorts in Greece, the hotel infrastructure of Thassos is very well developed. Although the island is relatively small, guests have a choice of over 200 hotels.
Climate and weather of Thassos
The climate on the island of Thassos is quite mild - winters are warm and humid, and summers are sunny and dry. Since the island is still northern, the cold period here is somewhat longer than in other popular island resorts, although not as long as on the mainland. Winter weather in Thassos begins already in November - rains, and snow in the mountains, continue until March, the air temperature drops to +15C. The beach season on the island is, accordingly, a little shorter - you can swim and sunbathe from late May to mid-September.
Summer weather on the island of Thassos is mild and pleasant, there is no sweltering heat, daytime temperatures usually do not rise above +30C. The peak tourist season is in July and August.
Sights of Thassos
Limenas, the capital of Thassos, is famous for its Archaeological Museum: here you can see numerous finds from all over the island: magnificent sculptures and Dionysus made of marble, ancient coins and jewelry. Many of the attractions of Thassos are located right in the open air - the ruins of the ancient theater, the agora - the central shopping area, the acropolis.
In the old part of Limenas you can see no less interesting ruins of the temples of Dionysus and Poseidon, dating back to the sixth century BC.
The convent of Archangel Michael, the patron saint of Thassos, is also worth a visit. The most important Christian shrine is kept there - a piece of the Holy Cross on which Jesus was crucified.
A piece of the Holy Cross on which Jesus was crucified is kept in the Monastery of the Archangel Michael
Limenaria is another tourist center of Thassos. There are many historical buildings erected by the Turks in the 19th century, a fortress built at an altitude of 600 meters above sea level, as well as the Palataki Palace with picturesque towers, standing at the tip of a cape jutting far into the sea.
Potamia is a small village in the mountains of Thassos - the birthplace of the sculptor Polygnotos Vagis. In the village there is a museum dedicated to the famous fellow countryman - there you can see his sculptures, as well as works of painting. From Potamya, lovers of active recreation begin their routes to Mount Ipsario - the climb takes about four hours, but the journey is worth it - from the top there are amazingly beautiful views of the island of Thassos.
Not far from Potamya there is another attraction of the island of Thassos - the village of Felogos - a traditional Greek settlement, where an annual folk festival is held, the purpose of which is to demonstrate ancient wedding rituals.
Beaches
The island of Thassos is famous for its clean and well-maintained beaches, as evidenced, in particular, by the fact that many of them are marked with “blue flags”.
Golden Beach - Golden Beach, stretching along the east coast of Thassos, 12 kilometers from Limenas. This long beach of golden sand and crystal clear water, surrounded by vegetation that runs down from the mountains to the sea, is one of the most beautiful on the island. The gentle entrance to the water makes it an ideal place for families with children.
Paradise Beach or Aliki Beach is white velvet sand and azure sea surrounded by mountains
Makryamos is a beautiful sandy beach located in the heart of the island - Limenas. Soft fine sand, gentle warm sea, emerald vegetation make the beach very attractive for tourists.
The paradise beach of Thassos island stretches between the settlements of Aliki and Loutros. Paradise Beach is soft white sand and clear sea surrounded by mountains. The beach is divided into three sectors: for swimmers in bikinis, topless sunbathers and nudists.
Near Potos there is the amazing Pevkari beach, surrounded by a pine forest, and near Potamya there is Potamyas beach, distinguished by its snow-white sand. In general, there is no shortage of beaches on the island of Thassos - they stretch along the entire coast: long and open, romantic and secluded, located in secluded bays, equipped with everything necessary for a comfortable stay and completely wild.
Thassos is a lush island in the northern Aegean Sea. It is located in close proximity to the coast of Kavala, where the Nestos River flows into the sea.
Thasos. Photo from the site - kavalathassos.blogspot.com
Thassos is a mountainous island with an abundance of beaches. The sandy strip stretches for many kilometers along the sea, changing color from emerald green to azure blue. Plane, spruce, oak and pine forests often descend directly to the shore, generously bestowing their coolness. Therefore, Thassos is called the “emerald island”, “green diamond”, etc.
In addition to natural beauty, there is a lot of interesting things to see here. Local residents carefully preserve not only their traditions and customs, but also monuments of past eras. The walls of the ancient fortress, the temple of Apollo, the ancient theater, the acropolis and ritual buildings dedicated to the god Dionysus are open to visitors.
The island has a well-developed recreation industry. Hotels, apartments and campsites are scattered throughout Thassos. The proximity of the coast of Kavala with its port and airport increases the opportunity to make excursions to any other corner of Greece.
Geography
The island of Thassos is located off the coast of the region of Eastern Macedonia. The length of the coast reaches 115 km, the area of the island is 378.8 km². To reach the island, you need to travel six nautical miles from the port of Keramoti by ferry or 18 miles from Kavala by hydrofoil.
The mountain slopes of the island are covered with Mediterranean vegetation. The island is home to both wild and cultivated olives, pines, spruces, plane trees, cedars, dogwoods and figs. The highest peak on Thassos is Ipsarion (1203 m). There are deposits of marble, gold, iron and other metals.
Climate
Thassos is known for its comfortable climate. The climate type is Mediterranean: warm, not very hot summers and mild winters, which the great “father of medicine” Hippocrates, who lived here for 3 years, liked so much. In his book Epidemics he writes: “Winter looks more like spring here.” The average annual temperature is +17.2° C, the average daily temperature in July is +24.3° C. Due to the rarity of the winds, sailors nicknamed Thassos “Arnonisos”, which means “lamb island” in Greek.
Population and tourism
The island is home to 13,720 people (as of 2011). The population is mainly engaged in tourism. Marble, timber and fishing also play an important role in the economy of Thassos, as well as beekeeping, livestock farming, olive processing and winemaking. But no matter what the locals do, they always try to achieve high quality products and services.
Mythology and history
According to Herodotus, the island was named after Thasos, the son of the Phoenician king Agenor. He came here in search of his sister Europa, who was kidnapped by Zeus. In the 16th-15th centuries. BC e. The mines of Thassos belonged to the Phoenicians.
In the 7th century. BC e. the island is colonized by immigrants from the island of Paros, led by King Telesicles, the father of the ancient Greek poet Archilochus. Over time, a powerful state was created, which, because of its wealth and greatness, was called “northern Athens.” Rich mines, a well-equipped port and a dominant position in the region became a tasty morsel for various conquerors. In the 5th century BC e.
Thassos becomes a “bone of discord” between Athens, Sparta and Persia. At this time, about 150 thousand inhabitants lived on the island. Theater, sculpture and architecture developed. It was then that one of the most famous athletes of antiquity, the fist fighter Thiagen, lived on the island. This is the first two-time Olympic champion, winning 2102 fights.
In 340 BC. e. Thassos is subject to the Macedonian king Philip II. In the 2nd century. BC e. the island becomes part of the Romans' possessions. For this region, the Roman period gradually transitions into the Byzantine period.
Since 1353, Thassos has been the property of the Genoese Francesco Gtilucci, whose family retained influence over the island until the arrival of the Turks in 1455. The Turks, in turn, ruled here until 1813. It was then that these lands were transferred into the possession of Muhammad Ali of Egypt. In 1912, Thassos was liberated.
Traditions and customs
Residents of Thassos are distinguished by their simplicity and kind attitude towards guests. These hospitable and open-hearted people are deeply religious people. Local residents treat religious holidays with special trepidation. But the pagan past also has an effect. For example, after the Easter holiday everyone gathers for a common prayer service. The main goal is to cause rain for the vineyards. The celebration of the spring carnival with round dances, jokes, practical jokes and copious libations also dates back to the deep past.
Attractions
There are no big cities on the island, but this is far from a minus. The most significant settlements on Thassos are the city Thassos(Limenas), Callirachi, Limenaria, Theologos, Panagia Potamya And Bringing.
Thassos- the capital of the island, has about 3 thousand inhabitants. Locals call their capital Limenas. Thassos (Limenas) is located in a bay between two capes. This administrative and economic center of the island is surrounded by greenery. At the same time, it is the most active tourist center of the island. There is everything that vacationers need here. These are sandy beaches, modern hotels, ancient monuments, taverns and bars. Thassos (Limenas) is also convenient in terms of transportation. Cargo and passenger ships depart daily from the pier to Keramoti (10 km) and Kavala (25 km).
Callirachi. The settlement reminds us of the times when pirates were rampant in these waters. In 1750, fishermen from the village of Kakirahi hide in the mountains and build a new settlement 2 km from the coast. Kallirachi is surrounded on all sides by hills with olive groves. The settlement has its own pier - Skala Kallirachis. There are no large hotels on the shore, and an atmosphere of peace and tranquility reigns throughout the area. The houses here are built in the traditional island style. Kallirahi is also known as a center for the production of high quality olive oil.
Limenaria. The second largest settlement of Thassos has 2.5 thousand inhabitants. Located in the very south of the island, in a convenient bay. In the 80s and 90s. The tourism industry is developing in the Limenaria region. Hotels, apartments and taverns were built here. In the center of the village there is a pedestrian zone for the convenience of vacationers.
Theologos. A mountain settlement located 10 km from the coast, but this does not make it uninteresting. The abundance of springs, dense forests and solitude are the reason why monks from Athos settle here. Until the middle of the 19th century. Theologos was the capital of the island. This lively settlement is very suitable for getting to know the life and traditions of the local residents. Even the architecture here has not changed at all. Taverns and coffee shops preserved
Beaches
Along the entire perimeter of the island there are spacious beaches and cozy bays, surrounded by pine forests and olive groves. Thassos (Limenas).
The capital of the island is surrounded on all sides by beaches. The most comfortable and well-equipped are Limanaki, Makriammos and Glykadi. Large and small hotels, car and motorcycle rental offices, taverns and bars - the developed infrastructure provides comfortable conditions for the guests of the island to relax.
Chrisy Ammoudya(Golden sand). Wonderful beach 3 km long. It connects two villages:
Panagias Rock and Potamias Rock. This is one of the most beautiful beaches on the island. For several years in a row it has been awarded the EU Blue Flag for cleanliness and good organization of recreation. Here you can enjoy water sports, play beach volleyball or sample local cuisine in one of the taverns. For those interested, there is a campsite, apartments and small hotels.
Prinu Rock. Exclusively tourist village. There is a small port here from where you can get to Kavala. The best beach in this part of the island is Dasillio. The length of the beach is about 2.5 km. It is ideal for romantics. The sandy shore, bright sunset and silence will be a good help for a comfortable stay. In addition to everything, several modern hotels have been built here. There is also the opportunity to relax at a campsite.
Limenaria beach. These are actually three beaches, turning into one another: Tripiti, Limenaria And Metalia. The most famous and well-equipped of them is Tripiti. This is a sandy beach with an appropriate entrance and clear sea. There are an abundance of hotels, taverns and cafes on the coast. The presence of the large village of Limenaria in close proximity contributes to the convenience of recreation.
Potos Beach. As is often the case in Thassos, here we are faced with a long coastline of three beaches. These are the famous Pefkari, awarded the EU Blue Flag, Potos and Agios Antonios. This is the most rapidly developing tourist center of the island. Potos is known as a vacation spot for young people. Large and small hotels, spacious sandy
Entertainment
Thassos is a modern resort with a well-developed recreation infrastructure. The island successfully combines sea and mountains, so lovers active recreation but you won’t get bored here. Those who prefer the sea can go water sports or fishing, both conventional and underwater.
Mountain lovers can walk along forest paths, listen to birds and visit mountain villages. You can both hunt and engage in rock climbing. There is a network of modern roads throughout the island.
You can ride a bicycle, scooter or car, or swim in one of the many secluded bays. The development of tourism has led to the fact that the island has all types of entertainment typical of large cities. Taverns, nightclubs, bars and discos keep their doors wide open until the last customer.
For history buffs, Thassos is attractive with its ancient monuments, monasteries and temples.
Shopping
When leaving Thassos, you always want to take with you a souvenir that will remind you of a wonderful vacation.
weaving art It has been practiced on the island for hundreds of years, and the technology has not changed a bit. The beauty of the design, wonderful subjects, vibrant colors and high quality - a good gift for friends and family. One of the favorite souvenirs is local ceramics.
In the capital of the island there are workshops that are more than a hundred years old. Apiaries are ubiquitous in Thassos. Local honey very aromatic and tasty. And, of course, olive oil And olives. Take more - you won't regret it.
Transport and movement
Sea communication. The island can only be reached by sea; ferries and hydrofoils run from the ports of Thassos and Prinos to the ports of Keramoti and Kavala.
Air service. The nearest airport to Thassos is Alexandros Megas, located next to Kavala and Keramoti. Buses.
Bus service supply on the island is quite active and supplies all populated areas of the island without exception. The maximum fare does not exceed 3.5 euros. Tickets can be purchased at newsstands or on the bus from the driver.
Taxi. In Thassos, taxis are a very popular form of transport. This fast and convenient way of transportation is very relevant on small islands. If there is no taxi rank nearby, then you can ask the employees of a nearby tavern or store, they will call you a car. Taxis in Thassos are white. The minimum fare is 3 euros. You can track the tariff using the meter.
Kitchen and food
The cuisine in Thassos is varied.
Coastal taverns always provide a wide selection of fish and seafood dishes. Fish is usually fried over coals. Seafood often baked in sauces or batter.
If you go to the mountains, to the settlement of Theologos, you can try local traditional dishes. First, papalopita will be served - a zucchini pie with cheese and rice.
Main course in local taverns - goat meat baked on coals. Be sure to try it dried olives trumbes. All dishes here are prepared with local olive oil. Everything you eat should be washed down with local wine, which was the key to the prosperity of the island’s economy in ancient times.
For dessert - honey And sweets baked with honey, or halva. Topic for a separate conversation - walnut jam. The nuts are collected unripe and soaked to lose their characteristic bitterness. After this, the nuts are boiled in honey and cloves are added.
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*Amendment. Since 2016, prepayment for the hotel has been canceled again.
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Buy plane tickets to Thessaloniki
You can buy a ticket to Athens, but this route is more expensive in terms of time and money. From Athens you will need to get either to Kavala (again by plane) or by bus to Thessaloniki (5-6 hours drive along the highway). To obtain a visa, you do not need air tickets, you need a prepaid hotel reservation. Therefore, you can look for tickets later in the trip, perhaps you can catch a last-minute charter ticket.
From Thessaloniki to Thassos - how to get there.
From Thessaloniki Airport the easiest transfer to Thassos. Or rather, the easiest one is from Kavala airport (then it’s only 1.5 hours to Thassos by ferry), but you can’t fly to Kavala from Russia without transfers.
- So, you have two options to get from Thessaloniki to Thassos.
- Drive along the Thessaloniki-Kavala route
- Drive along the Thessaloniki-Keramoti route
This is the same road, it’s just that Keramoti is a little further from Kavala. From either of the two towns you can take a ferry to the island.
Thessaloniki - Kavala, Keramoti
We arrive at Thessaloniki airport, from where we need to get to the town of Keramoti or Kavala to take a ferry to the island. Options:
- we rent a car (then you will have to pay for its transportation to the island by ferry),
- we take a taxi (very expensive),
- We go by bus (comfortable with air conditioning, not expensive, you can sleep after the flight). The journey along the highway will take approximately 2.5 hours.
Bus Thessaloniki-Kavala
Bus departure to Kavala from Thessaloniki bus station every hour. To get to the bus station from the airport, it will take about 20 minutes by bus or taxi. Thessaloniki-Kavala distance is about 130 km. Ticket price is about 16 euros per adult.
Ferry
Ferries from Keramoti run much more frequently and arrive at the main port of Thassos - Limenas. Travel time is 40 minutes.
If you choose rarer ferries from Kavala, you will spend 1.5 hours on the ferry and arrive at the port of Prinos, this is the second port of Thassos. If Prinos is closer to your hotel, you might want to take the ferry option from Kavala.
Port of Thassos
Once at the island's port, to get to the hotel, you will have to use a taxi or immediately rent a car.
Cars in the port are not the cheapest, so you can rent only for a day, and then look for a better option. You can also check the bus schedule and use it. But believe me, after such a long transfer you hardly want to wait for municipal transport with suitcases at the ready, especially during siesta. And the bus is unlikely to stop at the doorstep of your hotel; it does so at stops.
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Thassos is an island in the northern Aegean Sea
Thassos Island located in the north of Greece - opposite the coast Eastern Macedonia. Administratively, it belongs to the periphery Eastern Macedonia and Thrace.
The length of the island's coastline is 115 kilometers and its area is 378.84 square meters. kilometers. Population - 14,000 inhabitants.
Just 18 nautical miles separate Thassos from city of Kavala. This is an amazingly green island, thanks to its rich vegetation: olive trees, pines, cedars, spruces, lindens, dogwoods and many other types of trees and shrubs cover the surface of the island right up to the tops of the mountains. Therefore, it is no coincidence that the main income of the islanders is wood. In addition, the island is famous for marble mining, developed tourism, olive plantations and, accordingly, olive oil, as well as honey and other agricultural products.
Port of Limenas - the capital of the island
The capital of Thassos is port of Limenas, which is the commercial and administrative center of the island. It is located on the northern coast of the island - on the very spot where the ancient city of Thassos was located.
During the day you can swim here on one of the many beaches stretching along the coastline - Makriammos, Limanaki, Glyfada etc. In addition, you can visit ancient Agora And ancient theater, and in the evening enjoy a walk and shopping, as well as try the “authentic taste of the island” in numerous taverns and restaurants.
The small town of Limenas is also called Thassos. Despite its size, the city has a wide variety of shops, hotels, banks, bars, taverns and pub clubs. In addition, there is a post office and police station, as well as a bus station.
Limenas is divided into two parts - into old and new city. The old town is perhaps the most beautiful part of the capital of Thassos. Moreover, it has archaeological value. There is also a very rich museum and many ancient ruins scattered throughout the old part of the city.
In addition, the old port of Limenas is a picturesque sight, especially considering that there was a ancient agora. In the old part of the city there are also many temples: in particular, Church of St. Nicholas and Vatopedi Monastery, which is located in the middle of the old city and is symbol of Limenas.
In addition to ancient ruins, such as old fortress walls, acropolis, theater, temple of Apollo and much more, the city has preserved to this day other historical monuments testifying to the glorious past of the island when it grew rich due to the development of marble quarries.
Limenaria - the second city of Thassos
Limenaria- the second largest city on the island of Thassos, which, together with the settlement Kalyvya In recent years there has been great tourism and economic development. The city has beautiful beaches.
The first inhabitants of Limenaria were workers from Castro. The population increased with the arrival of refugees after the Asia Minor disaster of 1922.
There are houses here that were built back in 1900 by the Turks (during Turkish rule), and there are also many neoclassical buildings.
In addition, it is of interest to any tourist Palataki(that is small palace) and a fortress located at 600 meters above sea level. Palataki stands right on the cliff of a cape jutting into the sea. This is a two-story rectangular building with towers located along the edges.
The mansion is an example eclectic architecture, with characteristic strict symmetry and with a clear influence of Central European trends in architecture. The building was built in 1903/1904 as Management of the German company Speidel, which at that time was engaged in the development of ores on Thassos. With the abolition of industrial facilities in 1963, the building was abandoned. In 1993, restoration work began to use it as Cultural center.
Along the long coastline of Limenaria there are taverns, cafeterias, bars, shops, creating a cheerful atmosphere of life in full swing.
There are many hotels and rental apartments here. There is a sandy beach not far from Limenaria Tripiti.
Villages of Thassos with beautiful beaches
In the southwest of Limenas there is a village Rakhoni. There are many monasteries and mansions here, giving this settlement an unusual atmosphere of tradition. In Rakhoni you can visit Church of the Assumption of the Virgin Mary, built in the 19th century.
There is a settlement above Limenas Panagia, with lush, rich vegetation, where numerous pine trees combined with the expanse of the sea create a picturesque picture of extraordinary beauty. The village is named like this after the church of the same name which was erected here in 1832.
Between Panagias Rock And Rock Potamyas there is an organized beach Chrisy Ammoudya, which translated from Greek means "golden sand" The beautiful beach with crystal clear waters is surrounded by dense vegetation that goes straight down to the sea. The shore here is shallow, which is very convenient for families with small children. Dominant over the beach mountain Ipsario gives the area additional charm.
Rock Potamyas also distinguished by its amazingly clean beach, but already with white sand. It should be noted that there are a lot of hotels in both Skala Panagia and Skala Potamyas. Overall such a great combination beauty of nature - clear sea - traditional taverns - modern bars surprisingly conducive to relaxation away from the bustle and noise of the city.
Mountain village Potamya, located on the slopes of Mount Ipsario - the highest mountain of the island (1,203 m) - provides a beautiful panoramic view of the surrounding area. Potamia is distinguished by its houses, built in a traditional style - with stone walls and wooden roofs - among rich vegetation, old churches and narrow streets against a backdrop of village silence and amazing tranquility.
In Potamya, in addition to hotels, rooms are also available for rent. There are many taverns and cafeterias where you can eat delicious food and have a good rest.
In addition, in Potamya you can visit M uzey Vagis, dedicated to the Greek-American sculptor Polygnotos Vagis (Hadzigeorgiou), born on the island of Thassos in 1892.
There are two paths leading from the village: one to the seashore, and the other through dense vegetation to the mountains.
Within Potos there is, albeit small, but organized beach - Pevkari, which is surrounded by densely growing pine trees, which, in fact, gave the name to the area, because “pevka” translated from Greek means “pine trees.”
In the mountain village of Potos - Theologos you can admire the old mansions and be sure to visit the famous ones throughout the area taverns of a traditional village which are famous for their spit-roasted goat meat, as well as local homemade wine.
Theologos is a very beautiful village with equally beautiful houses and mansions. It is thanks to its amazing architecture that this village was declared in 1979 by the Greek state as a traditional settlement, followed by the restoration of houses by indigenous people. Unfortunately, not everyone was able to do this, so many houses were sold to foreigners, who, in turn, gladly renovated the newly acquired houses, turning them into amazingly beautiful buildings.
In the summer, in June, the village annually hosts a folk festival in the form of a performance traditional wedding ceremony.
Feologos is located south of Limenas, between Castro And Kinira.
The name Kastro speaks for itself, because in Greek it means “fortress”. This is the fortress, located in the central part of the island at an altitude of 450 meters above sea level among ravines and gorges.
During the Genoese period it was a surprisingly lively and rich area. Currently, the fortress is completely abandoned and deserted.
It was built the Gattilusie family from Genoa, as evidenced by the inscriptions preserved on the walls.
The oldest temple on the island is also located here. Church of St. Athanasius. It is on the day of memory of St. Athanasius - January 18 - that the fortress wakes up from its lethargic sleep, enlivened by festive events in honor of this Saint, when residents literally from all over the island flock here.
If you cross the main road of the island, passing through two picturesque fishing villages - Maryes Rock and Kallirahi Rock, with fantastically clear water and beaches, as well as traditional taverns and their mountain settlements, which are surrounded by such dense greenery, as if untouched by time, you go straight to Rock Sotiras, built on a quiet and beautiful shore, from where you can admire the unique beauty of the sunset.
Charming Sotiras village is located between Kallirahi and Prinos, at the foot of Ipsario, at an altitude of 380 meters above sea level.
Currently, the village is home to a small number of residents. It is famous for its ancient ruins, old traditional houses and equally old churches, as well as a spring spring from 1888 (a very famous spring on the island is considered source of Panagia).
In its turn, Bringing is the largest, most populous village in the western part of Thassos. Economically, the village is thriving thanks to the oil deposits found here.
Prinos is the cultural and social center of the area. There are many restaurants, taverns, hotels, coffee shops and bars.
4 kilometers from Prinos there is a Kazaviti village, which is divided into Little and Great Casaviti. This village is literally “nestled” among the mountains, hidden in dense vegetation.
Beautiful houses with wooden balconies, stone walls and painted ceilings, like steps, climb up the mountain.
In the gorge, in the mid-western part of the island, at a high altitude, there is village of Maries- one of the oldest villages on the island, founded in the Middle Ages. The most beautiful panorama opens up from here.
The houses in Maries are built closely together, representing examples of traditional architecture, thanks to their unusual balconies and carved ceilings.
Kallirahi village- this is also one of the oldest mountain villages of Thassos, located 2.5 kilometers from the seashore, not far from Maryes. Kallirahi is set among olive plantations, immersed in lush greenery, with traditional architecture and narrow streets - perfect for walking. By the way, there are many traditional coffee shops in the village.
The rich vegetation of Thassos gives the right to call the island the greenest island of the Aegean Sea. Its proximity to the port of Kavala makes it the most popular tourist destination not only for foreign tourists, but also for the Greeks themselves - all year round.
