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The island of Samos has a diverse range of attractions to offer visitors and is known for its gorgeous beaches. Some of the best beaches include white pebbled Mykali, secluded Megalo Seitani, and the nudist beach of Tsamadou, however the nearest beach to the town of Samos is Gagkou. If you manage to pull yourself away from all this, a visit to the ancient Temple of Hera (a UNESCO World Heritage Site) is a sightseeing must. Explore Pythagoras Cave to get historical and philosophical perspective on the island, and visit the Ancient Theatre of Pythagorio for more cultural insights.

Samos Beach

Samos Beaches

The coast of Samos has many beautiful beaches to enjoy. Mykali Beach, south of Samos town, is covered in white pebbles and lapped by emerald waters. On the mountainous north-west coast of Samos, visitors will find the secluded Megalo Seitani beach which can...  see full details



Temple of Hera

Temple of Hera

The largest Greek temple ever built, the Temple of Hera was one of the essential sanctuaries of ancient Greece, and is now a great sightseeing attraction. It was built near the mouth of the Imvrasos River for worship of the goddess who, according...  see full details



Pythagoras

Pythagoras Cave

One of the great attractions on Samos is the cave where Pythagoras lived and worked as a philosopher, mathematician, astrologer, doctor and musician. Legend has it he used the cave as refuge from the tyranny of Polycrates. The site is made up of...  see full details



Ancient Theatre of Pythagorio

Ancient Theatre of Pythagorio

Just below the ruins of the Spiliani monastery, the tell-tale remnants of the Ancient Theatre of Pythagorio can still be seen. The stage and one tier of seats remain in place and indicate how grand this venue must have been in its heyday....  see full details


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