Thassos An island that doesn't have an airport. And yet it is considered a very charming part of Greece. Tourists choose it when they want to rest in silence and spend time among the beautiful landscapes. Thassos is called the green Aegean diamond. And this is a reasonable comparison. It is in vain to look for such crystal green water in other parts of Greece.
Attractions on the island of Thassos
There are not many famous monuments on Thassos. The island is rather famous for its charming places where natural nature reigns. Visitors are advised to look into small, climatic towns. Typical Greek architecture, narrow streets and white buildings are their hallmark. The promenade in one of the larger cities of Thassos - Limenas is noteworthy. For those looking for experience and wanting to experience the charms of night life, you can recommend the city of Limenaria, where there are many taverns, bars and restaurants with a varied menu. Local specialties are skewers baked on an open fire (souvlakia), cabbage rolls stuffed with grape leaves and meat (rice) and seafood (dolmades). The Moni Archangelou Monastery is one of the most important points of trips around Thassos.
Preparation for travel to Thassos
You can reach Thassos by sea: many tourists choose the ferry from Kavala. A trip at the peak of the season is a chance to relax in over 30 degrees of heat. Before the season and in autumn it is cooler, but still very pleasant. And the water stays cool until 20 November.
Interesting facts about Thassos
Thassos is an island often visited by families with children and young people. Although there are not many exclusive hotels there, you can find rooms and apartments at an affordable price. The island is worth recommending as a calmer alternative to the bustling and crowded resorts of Crete or Rhodes. Thassos has the most fertile soil in the entire Aegean basin. It is famous for its wine and white Tasian marble.
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