One of the special interests of Chios are its villages, which have maintained their medieval identity and characteristics until today, and one of them is the village of Vessa.
A walk through the village will enchant you with the stone tower-houses, the narrow streets, the arches and the mulberry square, where there are cafes everywhere where you can enjoy your coffee and hear stories from the locals. Of course the churches form a unique backdrop, especially those of the Assumption of the Virgin Mary and St. Demetrius.
Wherever you stand, you have the feeling of having been transported back in time by a time machine. The beautiful settlement of Mastichochoria, where the famous mastic tree is cultivated, will win your admiration from the first moment of your visit.
If you love nature, you will have the opportunity to get to know the unique flora of Chios along the paths of the area: wild tulips, aromatic herbs, native orchids, rare wild flowers.
Hiking enthusiasts also have the opportunity to visit the Castle of Apolichon, a Genoese fortress dating back to 1440, located on a hill above the nearby village of Armolia.
Noodles, trachanas, handmade spaghetti, macaroons, pastries, soumada and dried fig cakes are just some of the traditional products you will love. It is obvious that tourists from abroad come and buy to take some of them back home.
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