Travel guide Chios 2.A 2016

All of Greece on one island: high mountains and forests in the north, fertile plains and unspoilt coastal landscapes in the west and south. But Chios, located just a few kilometers off the coast of Turkey, has a lot to offer in terms of scenery: monuments of former rulers, as well as ancient villages and fortresses show how important the fifth largest island in Greece was by over the centuries.
Only here, since ancient times, farmers have been picking the resin of mastic and pistachio trees, which once brought great wealth to Chios. Package tourism has hardly been available so far. Anyone looking for peace and relaxation next to nature and cultural experiences is exactly what you are looking for. And you should definitely try the local cuisine with an oriental impact.