The Archaeological Museum of Thassos (tel. 25930 22180) is located in the homonymous capital of the island and it is situated near the ancient market, almost in the centre of Limenas. It is worth visiting the museum, as it is considered by many one of the most remarkable provincial museums because of the findings that are exhibited dating from the…
This village is named after the Virgin Mary, and probably not coincidentally! Panagia is a place blessed with natural beauties, but also with people who know how to honor the meaning of hospitality. One of its insurmountable natural beauties is the cave of Drakotripa that will convulse you with its stalactites and stalagmites. Large platans in the village square, running…
Where the mountain Ipsarion stands, lies the picturesque village of Potamia. Verdurous land, traditional houses covered with stone and a view that combines mountain and sea, take the visitor’s breath away. In the museum of the sculptor Polygnotos Vagis one can admire several of his works, while in Skala Potamia one can taste local dishes, fresh fish, and swim in…
Outside of Astris, just 4 kms away, you can find Giola. This is a natural swimming pool very close to the seaside. Each sea wave slowly refreshes the crystal water of the pool. You can swim, dive into the pool from the natural rocky “steps” all around, or sunbath lying on the flat rocks beside. If you want to go…
The Museum of Polygnotos Vagis is located in Potamia and is housed in the old primary school of the village.This Museum exhibits works of the internationally acclaimed Thassian sculptor Polygnotos Vagis, after whom, is named. Polygnotos Vagis (1894 – 1965) has been distinguished in the U.S. for his sculpture art and his works are displayed in many Museums in the…
he Folklore museum of Potamia is housed at the old building Tarsanas at the port of Skala Potamia. It is a well designed room where many exhibitions and events take place, especially during summer seaon.
Perhaps one of the most famous, and very close to the island’s capital, Limenas, is the beach of the Golden Beach! It is located between the villages Skala Potamia and Skala Panagia. Huge in width and surrounded by greenery, this well-organized beach offers all the amenities for families and youth groups, who seek moments of relaxation in one of the…