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The ancient theatre was constructed in a natural cavity of the hill in Limenas. The very first excavation took place in 1921 by a French Archaeological School. During that process, the hollowness of the rock was revealed along with the orchestra, the parodos and a part of a scene.At the beginning of the 3rd century the forefront of the scene was built by marble and the foreground was dedicated to Dionysus.
moreThe Archaeological Museum is accommodated in a building of 1935 which was renovated and expanded in the years 1989-1999. In an exhibition of 2376 sm with 18 galeries and 1700 objects you will admire collections from the 7th century B.C. to the 7th century A.D. In the museum, there is available an underground space with ruins of the classical and the roman era which are discernible but not visited.The
moreOn the south side of Thassos, is the peninsula of Salt Lake, which is surrounded by two protected bays that are natural harbors. In the cove of the eastern bay Aliki is the ancient sanctuary of the mid 7th century. p. x. Excavations carried out in the area unearthed a kouros located at the Museum of Istanbul and numerous inscriptions attest to the continued worship in the sanctuary until the Late Roman
morePolygnotos Vagis was born on the 14th of January in 1894 in Potamia. His father was a carpenter and his mother’s origin was from a respected sailors’ family in Ydra. At the age of 19, he emigrated in New York city. During the first World War he recruited to the US navy. In 1919 he obtained the American citizenship and studied sculpture in the University of Beaux Arts Institute, N.Y.His first trip
moreThe female holy monastery of Archangel Michael is the biggest and the most popular monastery of Thasos and it constitutes a pivotal pilgrimage.It is built on a rim of a cliff, near the village Theologos and the view to the Aegean is really magnificent, giving the sense to the visitor that it suspends. In this place the eremite Luke, obeying the command of Archangel Michael, built in 1110 a.c a small
moreTHE SANCTUARY VIEW OF DIMITRA AND DAUGHTER in THASOU located outside the walls,in the rocky promontory of Evreokastro outside the ancient city of Thasos, but very close to the wall is the temple of Thesmophoros deities, Dimitra and Daughter. The ruins of a gallery open to the sea and the remains of three walls at the base is bearing. The first phase of the plateau dates back to the 6th century. p.
moreAlykes is located in the southeastern part of Thassos in a distance of 32km from Limenas. There are two gulfs in Alyki. Alykes is a peninsula of archaeological interest where the ancient quarry of marble is situated. The quarry of marble was used from the ancient to byzantine years. Huge marble rocks are discernible under the surface of the sea.It is said that during the antiquity, it was the kingdom
more Folklore Museum of TheologosThe folklore museum of Theologos is accommodated in the two floor mansion-house ”Hatzigiorgi” in the center of the village. Hatzigiorgis was the mayor that announced the inauguration of the Revolution against the Turkish nation.The museum is restored in such a way that reminisces the typical Theologian house. There are exhibited traditional attires, houseware, looms
moreAncient Military Port Thassos The ancient port of Thassos is the old and small port or the current port. Previously served as the military port of the ancient city which was closed and protected by two circular towers. Three gates secured the entry of seafarers in the city of Thassos and the ancient market. In the early Christian period was turned into a commercial port maintaining its current form.
moreMines is an old factory that elaborates iron. The terrain is rich in cadmium and argentiferous lead. The exploitation of mines began from the German company “SPEIDEL” in 1905 and it ceased in 1912 due to the First World War. The exploitation was continued by Vielle Montagne in 1925 until 1930 when they interrupted the operation owing to the financial crash. In 1957 another company poached on the
moreAcropolis is located at the top of the first hill over the ancient agora at a height of 137m. Acropolis has armoured marble walls. t comprised the ultimate defence in case o f emergency. The wall of Acropolis was constructed by the first inhabitants of the island. They even used it as treasury in order to secure and protect the wealth of the town. In several periods, it had been reconstructed, restored
moreIn the North-western side of island of Thassos finds itself the community of Prinos with its five beautiful villages. Big Prinos (Big Kazabiti) and Small Prinos (Small Kazabiti) are found next to forests of the mountain Ypsariou, look faraway Aegean and offer in the visitor the beauty of mountain and the incomparable view of vastness of sea.The pines in the region, known and as "Dasyllio", old place
moreIn the North-western side of island of Thassos finds itself the community of Prinos with its five beautiful villages. Big Prinos (Big Kazabiti) and Small Prinos (Small Kazabiti) are found next to forests of the mountain Ypsariou, look faraway Aegean and offer in the visitor the beauty of mountain and the incomparable view of vastness of sea.The pines in the region, known and as "Dasyllio", old place
moreThis is a beautiful place of the island which passed great glories in antiquity, which is concluded by the monuments that have survived, such as the marble quarry, the caves used as a place of worship, the sanctuary, etc.At the edge of islet, the ancient quarries which were used extensively during the Roman Empire still exist. At this place marble was extracted and barged into ships from 6th century
moreLimenaria that is found in the southern part of Thassos, constitutes the bigger town of island. In the past it knew very big growth when the company Speidel (the building of which, named Palataki, constitute today signal deposited for the region) made excavation in the rich mines that existed there.During the times, however, more and more visitors discovered the beauties that it has to offer this separate
moreThe village Panagia offers the better and cleaner beach of Thassos and one of the most beautiful beaches of Greece, the "Golden beach" with the unique east. It is a beach with smooth sandy bottom where everyone can enjoy his swimming and meet all charms of sea (marinely sport, fishing etc).The golden Sandy beach apart from spotless is also an organized beach. Historical is the plane that covers the
moreThe wonderful summer night without a trace of clouds, the so-called clear skies, gave their name to this beautiful part of the island which is said to have the best climate on the island. The beaches in Astris is wonderful and is a traction not only to customers from around the hotel and to all visitors of Thassos.Source: Thassos Municipality
moreFor those that want to learn how the Greek islands were before the season of organized tourism, Maries constitute unique occasion.Skala Marion is a graphic village that does not lose its character even during the period of summertime when the island has been submerged by visitors.The view of the sunset steals the disposal for each unnecessary reason.It constitutes common secret for those who know Thassos,
moreThe community of Theologos takes two-fifths of the total area of the island. The village is located 220 meters from the sea, at the mountains of Thassos, north of Potos at a distance of 60 kilometers from Limenas.Theologos was an old market town, seat of the first Governor of the island during the Egyptian occupation (1813-1902). Theologos until the last century was the most important village of the
moreAlmost the only place on the island where you can still see the small houses that were built many years ago, literally in the sea, where fishermen gathered their boats to protect them from the bad weather. Today is a popular holiday destination mainly by Greek visitors but also a meeting point for gourmets on the island!Source: Municipality of Thassos
morePsili Ammos is a beach of unique beauty, just 5 km from Potos. Definitely it is worth a visit to swim in the turquoise waters and enjoy local dishes in the nearby taverns.Source: Municipality of Thassos
moreMegalos Prinos or Megalo Kazaviti and Mikros Prinos or Mikro Kazaviti are located on the northwestern side of Thassos and belong to the community of Prinos. Perched on the wooded slopes of mountain Ypsarios, overlooking the Aegean Sea and offer to visitors the beauty of the mountains and the incomparable view of the endless sea.
moreIn the northeastern side of Thassos and in the best forest left on the island at an altitude of 250-300 meters, is nestled the picturesque village of Panagia. Breathtaking beauty in a wonderful combination of mountain and sea and lively Greek island tradition. With distinctive architecture, narrow streets, abundant crystal waters of many springs, can satisfy all visitors' desires.There are apartments
moreHardly 3 km away from Potamia and 11 roughly km away from the Capital of island, Limenas (or even Thassos, as is differently called) is found Skala Potamias.The sovereign picture that acquires somebody when he visits Potamia is the green.Substantially it was built in the beginning of one of the most beautiful gulfs of Greece, Golden Sandy beach, that essentially begins from the Skala Potamia and leads
morePefkari was named by a beautiful pine forest that exists in periochi.Einai certainly one of the most beautiful places on the island, with two bays that have wonderful sandy beach and crystal clear waters are beautiful hotels that only a small road separates the beach, the unique taverns almost next to the sandy beach, water sports center and camping are some of the reasons that hundreds of visitors
moreThe village, that has a unique view across the bay of Kavala, is 30 km away from Thassos Town and 2 km from Skala Kallirachis. According to tradition Pirates destroyed the original village of Kallirachi, which was located elsewhere. The old village was renamed Kaki Rachi (Bad Back). Before the destruction, a nobleman named Savel and his entourage left the old village and came to this place that now
moreKastro is located northeast of Limenaria to the center of the island. The medieval village is at an altitude of 650 meters. Like the other mountainous villages, it isn't visible from the shore. This helped protect the island and its inhabitants from plundering pirates.Its name came from the ruins of a castle that once stood there. Jacob Gkateloutsi the Genoatis in which the Emperor Emanouil II gave
moreClose to Prinos of Thassos and next to the graphic beach, we meet Skala Prinou. In this coastal and beautiful hamlet, the visitor will find enough choices of lodgings and moreover offices of renting of cars.Ferry-Boots from the harbour of Kavala and the bight of New Peramos, to regular itineraries lead directly to the Skala Prinou.The scale of Prinos with Prinos are today almost linked because of the
moreOn the northwest coast of Thassos in a fertile plain covered with olive and pine trees, the locations Skala Rachoniou and Pachi have developed in recent years. Skala Rachoniou is, also, a port of another village called Rachoni. The beach and the coast are beautiful, the water is shallow and spotless.Residents of Skala Rachoniou earn a living from the production of olives, agriculture, fishing and tourism.
moreThis village is known in history as "Ainira" and "Kinira." Now known as "Loutrou". Ruins of the Byzantine era baths and traces a Christian royal temple have survived here. This was ancient mining site. . Hotels, bungalows, apartments, restaurants and taverns, impeccably vacationers. The beaches with colorful pebbles and sand rich offer tourists great moments. Close to Kinira along the coast paradise
moreIn previous days, Potos was the bigger village of Thassos with important movement and constituted, as today, the "Scale of" Theologos. In the past few years it is one of the knownest tourist resorts of island with important growth.Very beautiful, effervescent and with a lot of choices of amusement, Potos does not leave no one with complaints. Sea sports and the dance in the rythms of music of beach
moreAbout 4 km from the sea, built on a mountain slope, is located a beautiful village where you can live some of the most beautiful sunsets during summer drinking a coffee. Rachoni is ideal for those who like walks, like to the old village of Agios Georgios which is now abandoned and revived only once a year in celebration of St. George when there is a festival. According to history at the old village
moreAs in all the mountainous villages of Thassos so in Sotiros there was Skala, where lived a few fishermen families and other residents. A few houses, cafes, a number of huts for the boats and two mills were at Skala Sotiros until 1963 when plots were given by the consolidation that took place. Since 1976 began the rebuilding of the village.What characterizes Skala Sotiros is the town planning.In excavations
moreThis is a beautiful place of the island which passed great glories in antiquity, which is concluded by the monuments that have survived, such as the marble quarry, the caves used as a place of worship, the sanctuary, etc.At the edge of islet, the ancient quarries which were used extensively during the Roman Empire still exist. At this place marble was extracted and barged into ships from 6th century
moreLimenaria that is found in the southern part of Thassos, constitutes the bigger town of island. In the past it knew very big growth when the company Speidel (the building of which, named Palataki, constitute today signal deposited for the region) made excavation in the rich mines that existed there.During the times, however, more and more visitors discovered the beauties that it has to offer this separate
moreThe village Panagia offers the better and cleaner beach of Thassos and one of the most beautiful beaches of Greece, the "Golden beach" with the unique east. It is a beach with smooth sandy bottom where everyone can enjoy his swimming and meet all charms of sea (marinely sport, fishing etc).The golden Sandy beach apart from spotless is also an organized beach. Historical is the plane that covers the
moreSaliara (Marble Beach) is a small exotic beach in the northern side of Thassos. It is 5km far from Limenas. The beach is magnificent with white small pebbles and with a splendid color in the waters. It is an organized beach that it is really popular during the last few years.In order to go to Saliara follow the route to Makryammos.
moreThe wonderful summer night without a trace of clouds, the so-called clear skies, gave their name to this beautiful part of the island which is said to have the best climate on the island. The beaches in Astris is wonderful and is a traction not only to customers from around the hotel and to all visitors of Thassos.Source: Thassos Municipality
moreLimenas is the capital of Thassos, where are found the Town-hall and the central administrative services, but also the bigger market. From ancient years it constituted the most important city of island, with unique natural beauties and rich historical and archaeological elements.Today, it has been changed in a tourist centre of international impression, keeping well protected its tradition. In Limenas
moreSkala Marion is a graphic village that does not lose its character even during the period of summertime when the island has been submerged by visitors.It constitutes common secret for those who know Thassos, that here anyone can find the freshest fishes that are cooked with old recipes of local residents. In the beach Aspas, a small creek with spotless waters and gold sand, the visitors are few and
moreAlmost the only place on the island where you can still see the small houses that were built many years ago, literally in the sea, where fishermen gathered their boats to protect them from the bad weather. Today is a popular holiday destination mainly by Greek visitors but also a meeting point for gourmets on the island!Source: Municipality of Thassos
moreHardly 3 km away from Potamia and 11 roughly km away from the Capital of island, Limenas (or even Thassos, as is differently called) is found Skala Potamias.Substantially it was built in the beginning of one of the most beautiful gulfs of Greece, Golden Sandy beach, that essentially begins from the Skala Potamia and leads to the Scale of Panagia with roughly 4 km of endless sandy beach.In the past
morePefkari was named by a beautiful pine forest that exists in periochi.Einai certainly one of the most beautiful places on the island, with two bays that have wonderful sandy beach and crystal clear waters are beautiful hotels that only a small road separates the beach, the unique taverns almost next to the sandy beach, water sports center and camping are some of the reasons that hundreds of visitors
moreGiola is a natural rocky pool that is located in the region of Astris. The height of the rocks reaches up to 8m from where the swimmers can dive into the clear waters. The course towards Giola is tough and you will have to walk. In order to arrive at Giola, drive from Poto to Astris. After the hotel Aeria you will find a sign indicating to Sirens. Turn left and follow the dirt-road. After a while you
moreParadise Beach is one of the most popular beaches in Thassos. It was named after the exotic beauty and the forest that surrounds it.Paradise Beach comprises an organized beach with many facilities such as deck-chairs, table boards and taverns as well as a beach volley court. In the past it was a beach for nudists, since it is not discernible from the road. However, the naturists usually swim in the
moreClose to Prinos of Thassos and next to the graphic beach, we meet Skala Prinou. In this coastal and beautiful hamlet, the visitor will find enough choices of lodgings and moreover offices of renting of cars.Ferry-Boots from the harbour of Kavala and the bight of New Peramos, to regular itineraries lead directly to the Skala Prinou.The scale of Prinos with Prinos are today almost linked because of the
moreThimonia is located in the southeastern part of Thassos between Alyki and the monastery of Archangel Michael. Its distance from Limenas is 32km and 16km from Poto.It is a quiet rocky beach ideal for fishing. The beach is not organized, so it is suggested that you have the appropriate equipment. By the shore you will discover an ancient extant circular tower at an impressive height with an external
moreOn the northwest coast of Thassos in a fertile plain covered with olive and pine trees, the locations Skala Rachoniou and Pachi have developed in recent years. Skala Rachoniou is, also, a port of another village called Rachoni. The beach and the coast are beautiful, the water is shallow and spotless.Residents of Skala Rachoniou earn a living from the production of olives, agriculture, fishing and tourism.
moreAgios Ioannis beach is located in the southeastern part of the island between Kinira and Alykes. Its name comes from the church of Agios Ioannis. The region is commonly known as Babouras. Agios Ioannis is an isolated beach with transparent waters and it is ideal for snorkeling. The coast has pebbles and rocks with umbrellas and deck chairs.
moreIn the northern region of Thassos and just 3.5 km from the sea you will find perched at an altitude of 350 meters amphitheater built the beautiful village of Sotiros, which many characterize as the Pelion of Thassos.The first inhabitants settled in the region, chose this location for many water sources, the fertile soil and the excellent climatic conditions.As stated the old people of the village,
moreArsanas beach is located in the northeastern part of the island, next to the Livadi beach. It was the boat-yard of the monastery of Archangel Michael. The beach has pebbles and stones while its waters are cold owing to the springs of the region. The access in Arsanas is difficult. You can go there by following the dirt road in Livadi, by swimming or by boat
moreThis village is known in history as "Ainira" and "Kinira." Now known as "Loutrou". Ruins of the Byzantine era baths and traces a Christian royal temple have survived here. This was ancient mining site. . Hotels, bungalows, apartments, restaurants and taverns, impeccably vacationers. The beaches with colorful pebbles and sand rich offer tourists great moments. Close to Kinira along the coast paradise
moreVathi is located in the northeastern part of the island.Vathi is a magnificent beach with emerald waters and trees surrounding it. It is quiet and remote. It is not an organized beach and the access from the land is difficult via a dirt-road from Makryammos. It’s a beach or great resort for crafts and you can visit it easily by taxi boat.
moreIn previous days, Potos was the bigger village of Thassos with important movement and constituted, as today, the "Scale of" Theologos. In the past few years it is one of the knownest tourist resorts of island with important growth.Very beautiful, effervescent and with a lot of choices of amusement, Potos does not leave no one with complaints. Sea sports and the dance in the rythms of music of beach
moreLivadi Beach is located in the northeastern side of the island, under the monastery of Archangel Michael. It is 38km from Limenas and 12km from Potos. The landscape is harsh and wild since the beach is surrounded by high mountains. The beach has pebbles and sand. It is organized and calm. Next to Livadi there is the beach of Arsanas that can be reached by swimming or the dirt road.
moreMakryammos beach is located in northern Thassos and its distance from Limenas is 2km. Makryammos is a private beach which belongs to the so-called hotel resort. For you access you will have to pay an admission fee. The beach is surrounded by the facilities and accommodation of the hotel. It is a sandy organized beach with shoal waters, ideal for children. Additionally, it has been awarded with a blue
moreThe coast of Salonikios is located in the area of Astris and it was named after the so-called cape of the region. It is 7km away from Potos and 48km far from Limenas and it is in the southernmost point of the island. It is sandy- in and out- with crystal waters. The Salonikios coast is an organized beach prominent for its serenity. It is easily accessible via a dirt-road but you should always be careful.
moreChrisi Akti along with Chrisi Ammoudia comprise the largest beach on the island. It is about the beach of Skala Potamia. It is located in the eastern side of the island and it is 13km far from Limenas. In Skala Potamia you will find many hotels, rooms for rent to stay in, taverns and shops. Its name comes from the colour that is reflected on the sand by the sunlight. The beach, with shoal waters
moreThe community of Theologos takes two-fifths of the total area of the island. The village is located 220 meters from the sea, at the mountains of Thassos, north of Potos at a distance of 60 kilometers from Limenas.
Theologos was an old market town, seat of the first Governor of the island during the Egyptian occupation (1813-1902). Theologos until the last century was the most important village of the island.
The houses are built in traditional Macedonian style. The roofs of the houses are built of stone. Some examples of architectural show how people lived then.
Today, Theologos is, also, the seat of the local villages Theologos, Potos, Pefkari, Psili Ammos, Astris, Aliki and Kinira. Many of the most beautiful beaches of the island are located in this region. Its population is about 1,500 residents.
In summer the majority of locals are involved in tourism. In winter they are busy with the cultivation of olives and their derived products, the production of wine, ouzo, raki, sweets and jams, honey, handmade products and fishing.
Theologos is a village that keeps the tradition and culture of the past. When you visit the island of Thassos, Theologos must be within the list of the sites you'll see. You'll feel like you've gone back in time and experience the real Greek Culture and Greek Hospitality.
Source: Municipality of Thassos