Pythagorio on Samos: The UNESCO Harbour Town

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Pythagorio sits on the southeast coast of Samos, wrapped around a sheltered bay where the ancient capital once stood. The town takes its name from Pythagoras, the mathematician born on the island. Whitewashed lanes climb the hillside above a working marina, and ancient monuments cluster within a short walk of the quay. Plan the whole … Read more

Evdilos, Ikaria: The North Coast Harbour Town

Evdilos, Ikaria: The North Coast Harbour Town

Evdilos sits on the north coast of Ikaria, a harbour town wrapped around a small working port. Neoclassical houses climb the hillside above the waterfront, painted in ochre and pale stone. Cafes, bakeries and tavernas ring the quay, and fishing boats share the moorings with the ferries. The town holds a relaxed rhythm that draws … Read more