The Greek island of Thassos is a unique place located in the waters of the strait of the same name in the Aegean Sea. It is part of the possessions of Greece, so the culture, history, and architecture in this place are simply saturated with an atmosphere of antiquity and lightness. By right, this island is considered one of the most environmentally friendly and green resorts, which attracts tourists from all over the world. Also, the island of Thassos is the personification of peace and quiet. It has a certain ancient mysterious aura, so most often the guests of these lands are lovers of history, connoisseurs of silence and romance, as well as connoisseurs of nature.
There are no direct flights to this wonderful place, so all tourists come to Thessaloniki, and then, following local routes, most often they get to the desired point by ferry. You can also get to these lands by rented car, the main thing is to know the area and not get lost. To do this, you will need a map of the island of Thassos, it is sold in neighboring cities located on the mainland. You can also drive around these provincial green lands by car, however, the roads there are not wide and notdesigned to drive too fast.
It is believed that on this northern island more than 3 thousand years ago, the ancient Hellenes founded a city called Thassos. Today, among the forests and rocks, you can see its ruins: ancient temples, palaces and colonnades. Since then, these lands have received their name - the island of Thassos, the nearby strait and the capital of this province have also been named.
Amazing all the guests of the island and natural treasures, thanks to which these lands began to be called the emerald paradise. Almost everything is green here: endless forests, shrubs and flower beds, pine plantations and countless rows of olive trees. Zelentsy gives the sea itself, which washes the island of Thassos. Many local bays are shallow and have a gentle entrance to the sea, so this place is considered ideal for a vacation with kids. Stand out against the background of all these natural emeralds are snow-white sands, which stretch in wide strips along the strait. And they are accompanied by the same white marble rocks, which rise in the center of the island, and go out with their feet to the waters of the sea.
Among this natural riot are the innovations of the modern world: traditional Greek taverns, pubs and restaurants, summer cafes and wine boutiques. Shopping is also developed in this region, but you definitely won’t make large-scale purchases here. The main thing is that you can buy a trinket or a souvenir that will remind you of the island of Thassos.
Greece (photos of resorts are presented in the article) is a diverse country, andits northern resorts are an unearthly paradise with a rich past. The lands of the island of Thassos are divided into small villages, each of which has its own characteristics and traditions. You can travel through them day after day, or you can stay in one. But all of them are united by the cleanliness of the beaches, white sand and green riot that surrounds everything. And, of course, every tourist can look at this magical island from the waters of the Mediterranean by going on a yacht trip along the entire coast.
