Located in the Northern Aegean Sea, Chios is the fifth largest island in Greece and one of the most beautiful destinations 365 days a year. However, summer is the quintessence for those seeking to explore… Mesmerizing Chios Beaches
Located to the east of Chios island, Oinousses is a group of small islets and only one of them is inhabited. They all boast a laid-back atmosphere, as well as gorgeous secluded Oinousses beaches where… Oinousses Beaches Will Captivate You
Chios is a beautiful Greek island of the Aegean Sea, world renowned for its mastic production. But this is not the only thing why Chios is famous for. The magnificent beaches and amazing landscapes, the… Chios Thermal Springs
Have you ever heard of the “Painted Village”? On the lovely island of Chios, Pyrgi is a picturesque village with intense Medieval influence that is head of Mastichochoria. This means that it is the head… Pyrgi Chios: The Painted Village
One of the most exciting uses of Chios mastiha is that in the field of cosmetics. Beauty products based on the precious resin have gained in popularity in the recent years. Mastic is highly-coveted since… Chios Mastiha in Beauty Care
The mastiha tree is an evergreen shrub, belongs to the Anacardiaceae family gender Pistacia lentiscus L and grows in the Mediterranean countries. However, the tree Pistacia Lentiscus Var. Chia is a special variety that grows… Chios Mastiha in Medicine and Science
During the Ottoman occupation plantation and production of mastiha trees was developed. Prior to the Chios massacre in 1822, production was stable but following the destruction it halted. After 1832 permission was granted for the… The Chios Mastiha Trees
The History of Mastic The mastic tree (Pistacia lentiscus), also called “skinos”, grows all over the Mediterranean. However, the tree Pistacia Lentiscus Var. Chia is a special variety that grows only in the Southern part… The Chios Mastiha
Perched on the edge of a conical cliff, Anavatos Chios is an imposing landmark of the island. Less than 20 kilometers from Chios Town, this Byzantine village adds distinct color to the wider area. From… Anavatos Chios: Towering History
At least 95 percent of all Greeks claim membership in the Greek Orthodox Church, part of the Eastern Orthodox Church, as the official state of Greece dictates. Until 1054, the Eastern Orthodox and Roman Catholic… Greek Easter Tsoureki & red Eggs : Ancient era and Christianity “marriage”
