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Molivos (Mithymna) | A virtual tour

Molivos (or Mithymna) at the northern tip of Lesvos is arguably the most beautiful village of the island with its picturesque harbour dominated by the castle and tiers of red-tiled stone houses climbing up the slopes away from the blue sea. At night, the flood lit castle turns the harbour into one of the most romantic places on earth, perfect for a special dinner-for-two.

Views of Molivos with APARTMENTS NADIA at pointer
Views of Molivos with APARTMENTS NADIA at pointer

Molivos, the capital of the Province, and the contiguous villages of Skala Sykamnia, Sykamnia, Lepetymnos, Argenos, Vafios and rural area of Eftalou comprise the present Municipality of Mithymna. According to mythology, Mithymna was one of the five daughters of the mythical King Makara. During the middle ages Mithymna takes on the name Molivos or Molyvos. The writing of Molivos with an iota (i) could be considered the proper way to spell the name, if we were to accept the assumption that the stem of the word is the West European periphrastic denomination Mont d' olives (mountain of olives).

Molivos bay with its EU Blue Flag Beach
Molivos bay with its awarded EU Blue Flag Beach

The traditional architecture of the town reflects the modus vivendi and social life styles of the past. In 1965 the competent authorities put a preservation order on the entire settlement of Molivos (Mithymna), thus declaring it a protected town. Mithymna owns an archaeological collection with impressive findings from the surrounding area, and a library with a collection of over ten thousand volumes and manuscripts.

Skala Skamias
Skala Sikamias

In the past, music was the beloved activity of the Mithymnian people. Arion was a brilliant poet who set music to verses like no other. Zeus, Dionysos and Hercules were especially worshipped. Virgile mentions that the grapes of Mithymna were unequalled in their aroma and nectars.

Molivos' picturesque fishing port
Molivos' picturesque fishing port

Since 1960, tourist development has played a critical role in the life and evolution of Molivos. Every year a significant number of cultural events and conferences, both national and international, are held in Molivos. Art exhibitions, lectures, theatrical performances and folklore events are held in the town.

Eftalou Beach
Eftalou Beach

Apart from the tourist industry, the local inhabitants also work in the fishing, olive cultivation, cattle-breeding and farming sector.

A carefree, cheerful life...
A cool breeze blows by the blue sea in the morning...
Serenity in the late afternoon...
The golden sunrise...
Fishing boats and nets at the stone port...
Merry-making at night, in the starlit town...
Pegeantry during the festive nights under the illuminated castle...
He who drinks the water, forgets it not and returns...

 

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APARTMENTS & STUDIOS NADIA
Att: Nadia Kostaki
Molivos, Lesvos Island TK-81108, GREECE

 
TEL: +30-22530-71345, MOB.: +30-6942816409
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