The beauty of the island of Lesvos gave birth some of the most inspired poetry written in classical times. The famous Greek poet Sappho wrote countless verses immortalizing its splendor and legendary beauty. Today, thousands of tourists have rediscovered the astonishing virtues that compelled Sappho to first take up her pen those many thousands of years ago.
Blessed by the gods with lush forests and peaks that spiral up towards the heavens, Lesvos is one of the forgotten jewels of the Greek Islands. Hotels and modern amenities mesh seamlessly with into its charming whitewashed villages and breathtaking natural beauty. Home to some of the best-kept examples of its heritage as an important commercial and cultural center in ancient times, Lesvos has a great deal to offer the traveler insistent upon holding a little piece of ancient history in his hand.
Lesvos Hotels That Will Give You a Vacation to Remember
Visitors staying in hotels in the island's western reaches enjoy close proximity to what is perhaps its most famous feature. The Petrified Forest of Lesvos is a volcanic grove frozen in time. With fossilized plants that date back as far as 20 million years, the Petrified Forest is one of the Earth's rarest landforms, and it's on brilliant display here.
As is always the case in the Greek Islands, hotels in Lesvos are never far from the action. Dozens of exciting bars and clubs, tantalizing eateries and cultural attractions for tastes of all sorts are generally within an easy stroll of wherever you may be staying. For an unforgettable vacation in the Greek Islands, visit Lesvos.
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