Iasos is a small lovely town in the South-Eastern part of the legendary Greek island of Lesbos. Settlement nestled on the picturesque slopes of mount Olympos is only 26 km from the capital of the island of Lesvos and is an important cultural and religious center of Lesvos.

Iasos – authentic Greek village with traditional architecture, narrow cobbled streets, ancient temples with elegant bell towers and special unique flavor. The rich history of this old city, the ancient traditions, handed down for centuries from generation to generation, gorgeous natural surroundings, lots of attractions and the atmosphere of genuine warmth and hospitality of local residents each year attract many tourists. Iasos renowned skilled craftsmen in pottery and wood carving, is known far beyond the borders of Greece. To buy original products of local craftsmen and you today in stores and souvenir shops of Iasos.

Definitely worth a visit the Church of the virgin of Breakstone around which actually once and grew into a settlement. Three-aisled Basilica with a magnificent collection of ancient icons, among which is the unique miraculous icon of the virgin of Breakstone (4th century), located in the heart of Iasos and is one of its main attractions. Among the temples of Iasos it is also worth noting the Holy Trinity Church and chapel of the Holy Apostles and of Zoodochos Pigi.

To get acquainted with the history of the culture of Iasos you can visit the interesting Museum of folk art, the exhibition where you can see traditional costumes, textiles, embroidery, jewelry, old coins and much more. Not less interesting Ecclesiastical Museum with a very extensive collection of different Holy relics.

Individual attention and picturesque area of Iasos. Lovers of long walks should climb up on the pine-covered top of Kasteli. In addition to the fantastic scenery on the way you will see two small, charming churches and the ruins of medieval fortifications. You can also walk to the hidden in the shadow of the perennial plane trees reservoir Carini, preserved since the Roman era.

After walking around the city and its surroundings, you can relax and enjoy traditional local cuisine in one of the cozy cafes on the Market square of Iasos.