It's a Greek island that's used to it He was completely in the dark. It was favored by some residents of northern Greece, or by outsiders because that is where it happened One of the most famous festivals Electronic music.
However, this island, which combines sea and abundant greenery, has won a place as one of the top 20 holiday destinations on the website highlighting European tourism and culture Best European Destinations 2024.
In the annual ranking of the most popular European destinations this year, based on surveys of one million travelers from 172 countries, out of 500 nominated destinations, the top 20 have been selected. Thassos is located at site 20.
Thassos presents itself as an ideal destination for nature lovers, hikers, food and beach lovers, family holidays, Instagrammers and sun seekers. It is recommended to stay at Sirines Hotel, which features a swimming pool, jacuzzi and poolside snack bar, 250 meters from the beach.
Here is the complete list of the top 20 destinations in Europe for 2024:
- Marbella, Spain
- Monaco
- Malta
- Geneva, Switzerland
- Batumi, Georgia
- Riga, Lativa
- Madeira, Portugal
- Florence, Italy
- London, United Kingdom
- Reykjavik, Iceland
- Ligue Cap Ferret, France
- Siena, Italy
- Ponza Island, Italy
- Porto Vecchio, Corsica, France
- Champagne wine region, France
- Fayrouz Islands
- Sirmione, Lombardy, Italy
- Piran, Slovenia
- Newquay, Cornwall, United Kingdom
- Thassos, Greece
What would you do if you went to the island of Thassos?
Thassos is an island in the northern Aegean Sea and is perhaps the greenest in Greece, where timber is one of the main sources of income for the locals, along with tourism of course, while today it has 13,770 permanent residents!
According to Herodotus, the island owes its name to Thasos, the leader of the Phoenician settlers, which proves that it has been inhabited since ancient times.
There are many options for tours you can take on the island, we have chosen seven of them:
Visit archaeological sites
The Archaeological Museum of Thassos is located in Limenas and is a place you should definitely visit when you are on the island. Housed in a house built in 1934, it houses a collection of exhibits of sculpture, ceramics and architectural remains from the Neolithic to the Roman era on Thassos. The hallmark of the museum is an ancient kouros 3.5 meters high!
In Brino
It is worth visiting one of the largest villages on the island, which is built in the form of an amphitheater at the foot of the hill and close to the sea. This settlement is mainly famous for the outdoor market held there every Monday throughout the year. At a distance of 4 km from Prinos is Skala Prinos.
This is the island's second port, after Limenas, where you will find one of the last fully operational 'karnaia' in Greece.
In Mary's and Casavetti
Maris is located in the western part of Thassos and is considered one of its oldest mountain villages! The settlement was built at the bottom of a valley where iron mines were operating. It is also worth visiting the artificial lake and waterfalls just outside the village. The bays at Skala Marion are some of the best swimming spots on the entire island.
A little further north, Micro and Megalo Casaviti are nestled in the slopes and hidden among pine forests. They get their name from the Latin words casa (house) and vitus (wine), so we talk about a wine house.
In golden sand
It's the biggest, it even has a blue flag! It is located naturally in the eastern part of Thassos and is completely organized along its entire length. As you may have noticed, its name comes from the golden reflection of the sun on the sand, while its waters are completely shallow and transparent! It is no coincidence that it is the most popular beach on the island.
In Gyula
It is a natural rock pool in the Astris region, south of Thassos. The stone walls surrounding it reach eight meters in height, making it an ideal place for diving from the top. Getting to Gyula is easy yet challenging, but the experience you gain there will pay off.
In Saliyara
It is one of the distinctive beaches in Thassos, Saliyara or Marble Beach as tourists usually call it! It is a quaint little beach located in the northeastern part of the island, and its waters acquire some unique colors that are difficult to find anywhere else. The main reason is the marble factory located above the beach, making the beach bright white and the water dark blue, while the surrounding green landscape adds another dramatic touch to the unique landscape.
at the harbour
It is the capital and port of Thassos. It is located in the northern part of the island and is the closest point to mainland Greece. It may be a modern city, but that doesn't mean it lacks stunning views!
Thassos: What do we eat?
The island has a very rich and fertile flora, which means high quality products. Its most distinctive feature is the curdled olive, which is actually a product with a designation of origin!
You'll also find premium honey, virgin oil, great wines, and delicious desserts. Finally, even though we're talking about an island, Thassos has great variety to offer To the meat!
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