Chios Greece

The inhabitants of this place are very proud of their traditional product: the mastic (called “masticha”in Greek). Famous worldwide for its flavor and taste, an impressive quantity is exported every year: 20 tons.

Those that would stop in the main harbor of Chios will see the island of volcanic rock, which is situated in the Northeast of the Aegean Sea, villages built on the plains or rocks from the neighborhood surrounding, it is providing its hospitality from the mooring moment. It is the ideal place to admire the ocean, the olive orchards or the ancient monuments. The local people’s pride is however, the mastic. With its many uses such as ouzo, soap, chewing gum, shampoo or sweets.

Where to eat in Chios

Once you are in Chios it would be a pity not to taste the delicious Greek dishes, and the offer is generous: eat in the city restaurants, fresh fish served near harbors or in certain villages with local atmosphere. Pizza, gyros, souvlaki or fish, all of these are waiting for you in Chios, in places with romantic and tranquil surroundings or in a typical candlelit Mediterranean atmosphere.

More about Chios Greece

• Transportation is possible by bus, taxi (fixed rates) or by renting a car, motorbike, bicycle or boat.
• Don’t smoke in public places or transportation, and don’t drink tap water, but only bottled.
• Temperature is just great, from 11 to 40 Celsius, with around 60% humidity. Consider it a very sunny place for your vacation.

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