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OINOUSSES (Island) NORTH AEGEAN
MONI MYRSINIDIOU (Monastery) CHIOS
Founder of this monastery is the monk Christoforos Seremelis (1897).
It is dedicated to Panagia Myrtidiotissa (Virgin of the Myrtles) of the miraculous
icon which the monk found in the sea below the monastery. It celebrates its feast
day on September 24 when crowds of worshippers come to honor Her Grace. The monastery
offered valuable philanthropic services during the German occupation as well as
during the resistance movement of World War II. The vestments of the national
martyr Gregory V are kept here. The monastery, which house four monks, includes
guest quarters.
This text is cited Jan 2004 from the Promoting Tourism Prefectural Committee of Chios URL below, which contains image.
KATARAKTIS (Settlement) CHIOS
AGIOS MINAS (Municipality) CHIOS
CHIOS (Island) NORTH AEGEAN
CHIOS: A Historic Island on the Verge of "Discovery"
CHIOS (Ancient city) GREECE
The chief town of Chios, as already observed, had the name of Chios,
though Strabo does not mention the name of the city, but the passage is probably
corrupt. It was on the east side of the island, and is now named Scio, though
it seems to be called Kastro in some maps. The city and its environs are like
Genoa and its territory in miniature. Some authorities (Dionys. Perieg. 535) place
it at the foot of Pellenaeus, which seems to be the same name as Strabo's Pelinaeus.
Probably the name of the high range of Pelinaeus may have extended as far south
as the town of Chios. Chandler could not see either stadium, odeum or theatre,
the usual accompaniments of every Greek town, and we know that Chios had a theatre.
As there was a marble quarry in the vicinity, there was abundance of building
materials. The stones of the old Greek town have, doubtless, been used for building
the modern town, for marbles and basreliefs are seen in the walls of the town
and of the houses.
This extract is from: Dictionary of Greek and Roman Geography (1854) (ed. William Smith, LLD). Cited June 2004 from The Perseus Project URL below, which contains interesting hyperlinks
FANE (Ancient city) CHIOS
Strabo's description commences on the east side of the island, where
the chief town, Chios, was situated, which had a harbour capable of holding 80
ships. His periplus is southwards. He next mentions the Posidium, now Cape Mastico,
the southern point of the island; then Phanae (Thuc. viii. 24), where there was
a deep recess, a temple of Apollo, and a grove of palm-trees. There was also a
point or headland at Phanae (Steph. s. v. Phanai), which Ptolemy also mentions
under the name Phanaea, Livy (xliv. 28) mentions the Promontorium Phanae as a
convenient, place to sail from to Macedonia. It seems to correspond to Port Mesta,
on the western coast...
This extract is from: Dictionary of Greek and Roman Geography (1854) (ed. William Smith, LLD). Cited June 2004 from The Perseus Project URL below, which contains interesting hyperlinks
CHIOS (Island) NORTH AEGEAN
The modern Scio. One of the largest and most famous islands
of the Aegean, lay opposite to the peninsula of Clazomenae, on the coast of Ionia.
It was colonized by the Ionians at the time of their great migration, and remained
an independent and powerful maritime state till the defeat of the Ionian Greeks
by the Persians, B.C. 494, after which the Chians were subjected to the Persians.
The battle of Mycale, 479, freed Chios from the Persian yoke, and it became a
member of the Athenian League, in which it was for a long time the closest and
most favoured ally of Athens; but an unsuccessful attempt to revolt, in 412, led
to its conquest and devastation. Chios was celebrated for its wine and marble.
Of all the States which aspired to the honour of being the birthplace of Homer,
Chios was generally considered by the ancients to have the best claim; and it
numbered among its natives the historian Theopompus, the poet Theocritus, and
other eminent men. Its chief city, Chios (Khio), stood on the eastern side of
the island.
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FANE (Ancient city) CHIOS
The southern point of the island of Chios, celebrated for its temple of Apollo and for its excellent wine.
OINOUSSES (Island complex) NORTH AEGEAN
(Oinousai) or Oenussae (Oinoussai). Small islands in the Aegean Sea, between Chios and the mainland, now Egonuses.
The Pelinaio stands at 1297 meters above sea level. The Pelinaio mountain is the highest mountain in Chios, It is visible from Kambia - Viki and Spartounda and Agrelopo, a village just past Kambia beach., Agrelopo was, and still is closely tied with Kambia as the people share the surrounding area, Today Agrelopo is unfortunately uninhabited. At the peak of the Pelinaio, stands the church of Agia Triatha (the holy trinity). A service is held there every year at it's feast day high upon the mountain. The best way to get to the church is from Viki, as the road to the Pelinaio from Kambia is very steep. Outside of the church is a little platia (terrace) where the faithful stand during the service, it is said to look full if 5 people are standing on it and also said to look full if 100 people are standing there, it is like the platia expands as people come to the service. The views on a nice clear summers day is said to be the most breath taking experience one could have, the whole of the island is visible and on a very clear day surrounding islands in the Aegean Sea can also be seen.
AFRODISSIA (Settlement) CHIOS
AGIO GALA (Village) CHIOS
Aghio Galas, is built on the top of a rocky mountain Underneath the
village there is a complex of caves. The village's name came after "the milky
water" (gala=milk)dropping from the stalactites of the cave, in front of the entrance
of which the church of Panaghia Aiogaloussena was built. Worth visiting is also
the the square with tower and arch. Local festival on August 22.
Μ. Dimidis, An. Lagou, ed.
This text is cited Sep 2002 from the Municipality of Amani URL below, which contains images.
The village of Aghio Galas has shown continual human existence over the course of 8,000 years. It is located 70 km northwest of the town of Chios and is one of the oldest Neolithic places in the Aegean area. From the 6th century B.C., man lived within the large caves located beneath this village. Archeologists have discovered numerous shells (vase fragments), tools, bones, and worshipping objects dating from the Neolithic period. The caves however, have not been completely examined or explored. These caves are of great interest as they maintain ceilings decorated with stalactites.
Significant remnants of the medieval fortress have been preserved in the village. This village is of substantial importance to researchers for its popular architecture, unique house designs, preservation of local linguistic idioms and the villagers' occupation with agriculture. The inhabitants' homes are held up by one single column, a scene that depicts the most primitive structure possible for permanent residence. This primitive scene in conjunction with the particular architectural scheme of each house designates Aghio Galas as a rare architectural monument on the whole.
This text is cited Sept 2003 from the Chios Prefecture Tourism Committee URL below, which contains image.
AGIOS MINAS (Municipality) CHIOS
ANAVATOS (Settlement) CHIOS
Anavatos is a Byzantine tower-village that is found in the central
region of Chios. It is quite
impressive due to the fact that it plunges into a large granite rock at the top
of the cliff. Although it is a deserted village, it still preserves its history,
a sensation often encountered by visitors when wondering through its stone-paved
streets. The Greek War of Independence (1821) and the Massacre of 1822 describe
an important chapter in the island’s history and are directly associated
with Anavatos.
The Church of the Taxiarchis (the Archangel) is still preserved. It
is the only building which stills stands out amidst this living ghost-town. Not
far from the wall’s gate, there is an overbearing structure which protrudes amongst
the buildings along the east side. It is the so called "three-story"
building, consisting of an olive oil press, school and water reservoir and the
Church of the Theotokos (the Virgin Mary). Anavatos, with its tower-like houses,
arches and steep cobbled roads, emphasizes the force of nature and accentuates
the supremacy of the heavens.
This text is cited May 2004 from the Promoting Tourism Prefectural Committee of Chios URL below, which contains images.
AVGONIMA (Settlement) CHIOS
Located approximately three kilometers from Nea
Moni, you come upon a vision that only exists in fairy tales. The road takes
you to a well-preserved stone village that has hidden treasures only known to
those seeking mystery and adventure. Today, there are only a few permanent residents
living in the village, however, the summer months bring crowds of people that
fill the little stone houses. There is a precious pine covered forest surrounding
this area that is the most significant forest on the island of Chios. This forest
embraces the villages of Avgonyma and Anavatos
(also known as the Mystras of Chios). The view from the stone square on the west
side of the village offers a breathtaking view of the crystal waters of Elinda
Bay and the Aegean
Sea. On a clear day, visitors will be in awe of the view of the island of
Psara.
Το κείμενο παρατίθεται τον Φεβρουάριο 2004 από την ακόλουθη ιστοσελίδα, με φωτογραφία, της Νομαρχιακής Επιτροπής Τουριστικής Προβολής Χίου
CHALANDRA (Village) CHIOS
Haladra is a village built inside an old fortress, traces
of which are still visible. The village is situated on a green slope of Amani
mountain. The main church of the village is Aghia Paraskevi, celebrated on July
26th. Near Haladra lies the deserted small village of Kamini with the church dedicated
to Aghios Modestos
Μ. Dimidis, An. Lagou, ed.
This text is cited Sep 2002 from the Municipality of Amani URL below, which contains image.
CHIOS (Town) NORTH AEGEAN
DIEFCHA (Village) CHIOS
Near the old village of Diefha the late Byzantine Monastery of Moundon
has been for many centuries very important in the history of Chios. The church
of Saint John celebrates on August 29th and is fully decorated with beautiful
paintings, 475 in total, dated back to 1750 AD.
Μ. Dimidis, An. Lagou, ed.
This text is cited Sep 2002 from the Municipality of Amani URL below, which contains image.
EGRIGOROS (Settlement) CHIOS
Small mountainous village with enough vert and spring waters. The
area where the village is built offers to the visitor an overlooking view to the
Aegean Sea. Local festival on August 6th.
Μ. Dimidis, An. Lagou, ed.
This text is cited Sep 2002 from the Municipality of Amani URL below, which contains image.
EMBORIOS (Port) CHIOS
Emborios is a unique place of Chios and Greece in general. The port of Emborios, which is 5 kilometers from the central road of the southern villages, was a trading center in Antiquity which is designated by its name. There was the settlement of Lefkonio (3,000 BC), traces of which were only recently found during excavations and are currently exhibited in the Archeological Museum of Chios. In this small, picturesque and historical port of Emborios, restaurants, taverns, mini market and rooms are available for quiet and relaxing vacations.
This extract is cited Febr 2004 from the Chios Prefecture Tourism Committee URL below, which contains images.
FYTA (Village) CHIOS
Fita means plants and their abundance in the area gave the name to
this village. the castle and tower are dated back to 1516 AD. Exceptionally beautiful
landscape and rich spring waters that use to move 8 water mills in the past. Local
celebration of Aghia Marina on July 17th.
Μ. Dimidis, An. Lagou, ed.
This text is cited Sep 2002 from the Municipality of Amani URL below, which contains image.
KALAMOTI (Small town) CHIOS
It is a traditional village comprised of two story stone houses and beautifully carved doors. The village has approximately 850 inhabitants who are mainly occupied with the cultivation of fragrant mastic and horticulture in the fertile plain which extends towards Komi.
KARYES (Village) CHIOS
Karyes is a beautiful village located southwest of Vrontados and north of the town of Chios with 700 residents. The village is known for its breathtaking new and cool water. Under the shade of the plane and walnut trees, visitors will enjoy local delicacies accompanied by ouzo or beverage and followed by Greek coffee. Many people visit Karyes in the summer, particularly during the festivals on the Feast days of the Birth of the Theotokos (Virgin Mary) and of Aghia Markella.
KATAVASSI (Settlement) CHIOS
Katavasi is a mall village on the main road from Chios to Volissos.
It is built around the church of the Chian Saint Matrona (memory on October 20th)
who was born in Volissos in the 13th or 14th century AD. Near the church cold
spring water comes out in the shade of a huge platan.
Μ. Dimidis, An. Lagou, ed.
This text is cited Sep 2002 from the Municipality of Amani URL below, which contains image.
KERAMOS (Village) CHIOS
Keramos is located among the rich vert between Amani and Pelinneon mountains. It is known since the ancient times for its clay tiles and the antimony mines.
KIPOURIES (Settlement) CHIOS
At the foot of Pelinneon in a beautiful green environment the small village of Kipouries has become known for its full stone square, characteristic of the village. Local celebration of Aghios Panteleimon on July 27th.
KOMI (Settlement) CHIOS
Komi is located 4 kilometers south of the village of Kalamoti and is amongst the
loveliest beaches of Chios. Its shallow, warm waters and fine sandy shores are
suitable for beach games and sunbathing. There are apartments, rooms to let, restaurants,
taverns, bars and discos available to meet all visitors' interests. The permanent
residents of Komi are few and occupy their time with fishing and horticulture.
The majority of Kalamoti's residents live in Komi during the summer.
Το κείμενο παρατίθεται τον Φεβρουάριο 2004 από την ακόλουθη ιστοσελίδα, με φωτογραφία, της Νομαρχιακής Επιτροπής Τουριστικής Προβολής Χίου
KOUROUNIA (Village) CHIOS
Kourounia are known for the special variety of wine that is produced there.
The variety is similar to the famous one produced in ancient yearsunder the name "Ariousios".
An important museum with old icons was recently established in the old building of the school.
At Erinos area where the old village was built, there are ruins of an ancient polygonal wall. Local folklore festival on September 26th.
Μ. Dimidis, An. Lagou, ed.
This text is cited Sep 2002 from the Municipality of Amani URL below, which contains images.
LEPTOPODA (Village) CHIOS
The village seems to be climbed on a high rock between the mountains
of Amani and Pelinaion. The houses are built to so close to each other that a
continuous external wall is shaped. The narrow streets go under arcades whose
entrances are decorated with arches. There are a lot of ancient ruins in the area.
Local festival on September 8th.
Μ. Dimidis, An. Lagou, ed.
This text is cited Sep 2002 from the Municipality of Amani URL below, which contains image.
MEGAS LIMNIONAS (Settlement) CHIOS
Megas Limnionas is renowned for its fine, sandy beach. Located approximately 3 kilometers from the village, they are comprised of many summerhouses, most of which belong to the inhabitants of Thymiana. Over the last few years, the area became known as a result of its expansive development of tourism with the establishment of rooms for rent, small hotels, taverns, cafeterias and bars.
MELANIOS (Village) CHIOS
A cape, inhabited since ancient time. Melanios (=black) is named after
the Black Crag are, where during the Slaughter of the Greek from the Turks in
1822 lots of people suffered. Dedicated to their memory, a monument has been built
there. Ruins of fortress have been found at Pyrgos Area and the new wind Park
of the Public Electricity Company took the place of the old wind mills. The Sunset
at the Black Crag (Melena Akra) is one of the best in the Aegean Sea. Local festival
on July 17th.
Μ. Dimidis, An. Lagou, ed.
This text is cited Sep 2002 from the Municipality of Amani URL below, which contains images.
NENITOURIA (Village) CHIOS
Four, peculiarly, located and separated districts, named Hametos,
Psaros, Kosmados and Antrachlias compose the village Nenitouria with common meeting
point the church of Taxiarchis, with the stoned kiosk and the important belfry.
The chapel of Panaghia Evagelistria, built on the river side on a dome basis as
well as the old wind mills are worth visiting. A very old chapel, St. George,
is built at the picturesque beach of the village.
Μ. Dimidis, An. Lagou, ed.
This text is cited Sep 2002 from the Municipality of Amani URL below, which contains images.
OINOUSSES (Village) NORTH AEGEAN
The village is perched on the side of a hill. Beautiful winding streets, paved with slabs, lead to the Zepaga coastline, the island’s harbor and the center of local life. During the summer, the harbor of Egnoussa is full of yachts and boats that belong mainly to the natives who left the island to live abroad, returning for vacations and visits with relatives and friends.
PARPARIA (Village) CHIOS
Parparia is located in an altitude of 300m. In the central square
of the village where local festivals are organized on July 26th and September
25th, the visitors can find traditional Cafes. In the area of Panaghia Pagoussena,
NW of the village, where the famous church is, there are water springs of excellent
quality. In Zanakounta, the beach of the village, there is the chapel of St. Isidore.
Μ. Dimidis, An. Lagou, ed.
This text is cited Sep 2002 from the Municipality of Amani URL below, which contains images.
PIRAMAS (Village) CHIOS
In an altitude of 220 m., 4km. NW of Volissos is located the village
of Pyrama. The Venetian Tower near Aplada (the square of the village), the building
of the school, the spread chapels and the church of St. John ( Aghios Ioannis
Prodromos) are worth to visit. Local festival on August 29th.
Μ. Dimidis, An. Lagou, ed.
This text is cited Sep 2002 from the Municipality of Amani URL below, which contains image.
PISPILOUDA (Village) CHIOS
POTAMIA (Deserted settlement) CHIOS
Nea Potamia is centrally located, newly established village with spacious
streets. The inhabitants have been relocated here from the old village of Potamia
built in between two sikes. Ancient village of Potamia, built in a sunless gorge,
in order not to be easy spotted by the pirates is surrounded by oak trees, spring
waters and wind mills. New wind mills produce now electrical energy at the nearby
aeolic park. Local celebrations on January 17th (Saint Antonios) and July 1st
(Aghioi Anargiroi).
Μ. Dimidis, An. Lagou, ed.
This text is cited Sep 2002 from the Municipality of Amani URL below, which contains image.
TRIPES (Village) CHIOS
Trypes is a village built from stone by local craftsmen. "Kalogerotripa"
is the name of an almost unknown cave near the village. Lots of chapels are spread
around the area. An old water mill stands near to the village. Visitors can swim
at Ezousa beach and can enjoy the local festival on September 1st.
Μ. Dimidis, An. Lagou, ed.
This text is cited Sep 2002 from the Municipality of Amani URL below, which contains image.
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