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Molivos
is located on the North Coast of Lesvos and is a town of stunning
beauty and historical importance. Also known as Mithymna, legend will have us believe that one of the five daughters of the Mythical King Makara ruled the town during the middle ages. Mithymna was a formidable women and much admired by her adversaries who fought gallantly for the town and it's riches. Molyvos means "lead" in Greek and the name was given to Mithymna by the Turks. However, or whoever gave the town it's name it has become today one of the most visited and popular tourists attractions on the island. |
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Molivos/Mithymna Main Beach: Beautiful organized peble beach in the heart of our village, 150 meters away from our Guesthouse. (EU Blue Flag) Eftalou Beach: long peble beach and 3km from the Guesthouse (EU Blue Flag) Psiriara Beach: Long sandy beach next to Molivos Main Beach. Petra Beach: A wide, orgzanized sandy beach 5 Km away. |