Greek Islands

The Greek island of Thassos is an undiscovered paradise for many of the Greece- bound tourists. The island receives significantly less promotion world-wide than other islands such as Crete, Rhodes, Santorini, Mykonos and Corfu, yet it offers a whole lot more to its visitors than most of the Cyclades, Dodekanese and Ionian islands do. There is so much to explore and experience on Thassos that it's almost overwhelming. Visitors to the island tend to come back over and over again because they do not have enough time to see and do everything that they would like to.

It truly retains all the Greek culture and tradition that has generally been lost on most of the Greek Islands, as they have become tourist centres that now cater to the many tourists of multi nationalities. Thassos (Thasos) also has a rich history and archeological sites scattered through out the island. You can combine amusement with archaeological interests. An important reason for choosing Thassos (Thasos) for your holidays is the fact that it is the only island that lies close enough to mainland Greece to allow you to take excursions to many other archeological sites and beautiful cities that are spread throughout Northern Greece (Macedonia).

Sea: The beauty is reflected in the crystal-clear waters that wash its shores. Environmental pollution is unknown here. Everything remains in a pristine state.

Beaches: There are more beaches than on any of the other Greek Islands. Many of the beach's have trees coming all the way down to the beach. Apart from the developed complex on Makriammos beach and several campsites, there are fine, spotlessly clean beaches all along the island's coastline.

Thassos is a green greek island in the Aegean Sea and it is farfamed for its clean beaches, its hospitality, its tasty vine and the magnificent honey. The history of Thassos is lasting back into the antiquity. At that time, Thassos was famous for its goldmines and marble. Until today, you can see much archaeological treasures, which will make your journey to something special. Also the giant marble factories, which are exporting the marble in the whole world, will amaze you.

This island combines both sea and mountain, organized beaches and isolated coves, cosmopolitan lifestyle and ideal places for relaxation. Picturesque villages reveal themselves one after the other. In Limenas, the island’s capital and main port, you can visit the Temple of Poseidon, the impressive walls of the castle, the Gate of Silinos, the arch of Karakala and the Archaeological Museum.

The island is full in little coves with both organized beaches and more isolated bays. Some are Chrysi Ammoudia at Skala Panagias, Chrysi Akti at Skala Potamias, Kinira, Paradeisos, Thimonia, Aliki -also described by the locals as island’s swimming pool -, Psili Ammos and beautiful Pefkari.Historically Thassos is one of the richest of the Greek islands. It was inhabited as far back as 2,000 BC, home to the Thracians until the Phoenicians, drawn by the wonderful climate, rich pine woods and white marble, colonised it in 1,500 BC. The Greeks arrived about 700 years later, staging a peaceful takeover, and the Roman's followed. All left their legacy in the form of archaeological sites, which today provide plenty of interesting excursions for visitors.Capital and main port is the city of Limenas, which is not particularly inviting, but it does have a pretty old harbour sporting colourful fishing boats and traditional tavernas. Within easy reach of Limenas are the lovely little villages of Panagia and Potamia, overlooking the sandy Golden Beach and the long, inviting crescent of Skala Potamias. A little further away is the quieter village of Kinira with its pebbled beach, and the pinewood-ringed Paradise Beach, frequented by nudists. On the south coast, at Aliki, lies a peninsula forming two magnificent bays, also site of ancient marble quarries.

Price £439.00 GBP

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