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  Volissos - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Volissos (Greek: Βολισσός) is a small town in the northwest of Chios, Aegean Islands, Greece.
Volissos is the seat of the municipality of Amani.
Volissos is linked with a road linking southeast to Chios and serves a port to the island of Psara.
en.wikipedia.org /wiki/Volissos   (156 words)

  
 Volissos in Chios, North East Aegean Greek Islands
Volissos lies on the north-west coast of the island, 40 km from the main town and the airport.
Volissos is not a tourist village, the majority of people returning in the summer grew up in the village.
Volissos has many tavernas to choose from either down at the harbour and beach or up in the village, offering you a wide choice of good, traditional Greek food.
www.magicaljourneys.com /Chios/chios-discover-volissos.html   (460 words)

  
 Zorbas Apartments - Volissos, Chios, Greece
A Medieval Castle is overlooking the village of Volissos, which is built on the slopes of a hill viewing the waters of the blue Aegean Sea.
Volissos is located in a distance of 40 Klm from Chios town, in the Northwest part of the island, while its port, Limnia, is connected with Psara island, three times per week during summer.
Yiannis Zorbas - Volissos, Chios, Greece - 82103
www.chioszorbas.gr /volissos.asp   (187 words)

  
 Anavatos
From the port of Limnia (lying 2 km from Volissos) there is sea connection with the island of Psara.
he Castle of Volissos, sitting like a the crown at the top of the village, is said to be built by Velissarios, the General of the Byzantine Emperor Ioustinianos.
Inside the castle, there are several constructions, reservoirs and churches, as well as a tunnel connecting the Castle with the sea and the neighbourhood of Pithonas.
www.chios.gr /Villages/Volissos_en.htm   (257 words)

  
 Chios Island Travel Guide - Alithia Media Group - Northwestern Chios
The road next to Sidirounda, is the one to Volissos, a large village, the centre of the Northern Villages at 40 Km from the city of Chios.
Volissos is situated at the foot and the sides of a low hill.
The road from Volissos to the north - west of the island follows the periphery of Amani mountain, through several small villages - Pirama, Parparia, Trypes and Melanios.
www.alithia.gr /TourGuide/NorthWesternChios.htm   (652 words)

  
 Chios portal www.e-xios.gr - Destinations - Volissos
One of the oldest villages of Chios and kefalohori of Voreiohoria is Volissos.
The reign of Genoa followed, and castles were built in Volissos and towers to oversee the plains and the Aegean sea.
The vineyards of Volissos are part of its history.
www.e-xios.gr /chios/3/35.html   (327 words)

  
 Volissos Tourist Information
Volissos, the capital of the newly established Municipality of Amani, is a charming village that lies on a hill next to the coast 40 kilometers northwest from Chios town.
Furthermore, the feeling of relax and tranquility that Volissos gives to its visitors does not stop you to have a good time tasting the traditional Greek food and drinks at any of the tavernas and cafes in the village, the coast or the harbor.
It has a trapezoid shape with six circular towers and its said to be built by Velissarios, the General of the Byzantine Emperor Ioustinianos, and inside there are several constructions, reservoirs and churches, as well as a tunnel connecting the Castle with the sea and the neighbourhood of Pithonas.
www.webtourist.net /touristinformation/about-volissos-greece.html   (443 words)

  
 Volissos Chios - VOLISSOS CHIOS GREECE - pyrgosvillage.gr
Volissos Chios - VOLISSOS CHIOS GREECE - pyrgosvillage.gr
At the wider Volissos area, there are magnificent, unknown to many, beaches, unique in beauty: Managros, Magemena, Lefkathia, Limnos, Lampsa, Saint Markella, while in the middle you will find the picturesque port of Limnia.
The road from Volissos to the northwest stretches over the massif of Amanis, passing various small villages with farmers and cattle breeders (Pirama, Parparia, Tripes, Melanios) of a folklore architecture, very poor and almost primitive.
www.pyrgos-village-estates.com /volissos-village/index.htm   (841 words)

  
 Chios Island-Ionia Touristiki Travel Agency-Chios tours,accomodation,hotels,car rentals
Volissos is the most superb village in the North - West of Chios.
After Volissos we visit the Agia Marcela Monastery which is situated near the beach.
On the way to Chios town, the guests, can drive from the west coast of the island, visit the village of Sidirounda and experience the beauty of the nature which will be unforgettable.
www.ioniatouristiki.gr /excursions.htm   (2096 words)

  
 VOLISSOS - CHIOS GREECE
On the top of the hill was built a castle in the medieval times The Byzantine castle has a trapezoid shape with six circular towers.
Volissos is the biggest village in NW Chios - Amani mountain area - and it's the capital of Municipality of Amani.
In a short way from Volissos there is the pilgrimage of the local Saint "Aghia Marcella".
www.travel-to-chios.com /place.php?place_id=7   (218 words)

  
 :: Volissos Travel ::
There is a regular boat route that connects the seaport of Volissos (Limnia) with Psara.
Telecommunication is good, there is an Automatic Teller Machine for currency withdrawals as well as: a post office, a national phone company office (OTE), a Health Clinic, Pharmacy, a Police Department, a hairdresser, several restaurants, taverns, cafes, pastry shops, variety stores, a butcher, and daily fresh-baked bread from the wood-burning oven of the village.
Volissos allows the visitor to travel back in time and experience a lifestyle that is quickly disappearing.
www.volissostravel.gr /volissos/volissos_en.htm   (275 words)

  
 Volissos
At Volissos, as to Thoukidedes, there was once an ancient Aeolic city, and the rumor that it was the birthplace of Homer is still a legend told.
Managros, Magemena, Gonia, Limnia (the port which is connected by boat with Psara island), Lefkathia, Limnos, Lampsa, Aghia Marcella, are the beaches of the village dip in the blue Aegean Sea.
Kournas Monastery, Aghia Matrona Monastery, Fortress of Volissos, Watchtowers, Ta Markou ruined village
www.chiosonline.gr /volissos.asp   (580 words)

  
 Volissos - Limnia | Chios | East Aegean Islands | Holidays in Greece | On-line tourism and traveling services | ...
Some believe that Volissos used to be Homer’s birthplace, while others claim that it was an educational center for the children of Lord Chios.
Volissos is also considered to be the birthplace of Agia Markela (Santa Marcella), with a homonymous monastery to prove it.
The harbor of Volissos is the picturesque settlement of Limnia, with lots of small taverns where you can enjoy fresh fish.
www.holidayshop.gr /contentsEn.asp?ElementId=2013   (345 words)

  
 Volissos, Chios - Managros Rooms - Map and Directions
As you begin the descent down towards Volissos there are breathtaking views of the sea and coastline below.
With a 1km detour from the road it is possible to explore the hilltop village of Sidirounda.
On both routes there are signposts to Volissos.
www.managros.com /map.htm   (311 words)

  
 pyrgosvillage.gr
The idea was born in 1988 with the first stone house renovation, today the largest in the village.
With this project complete - and the finished work a success - the realisation of the dream began to take shape, involving an intricate and careful revival of one small community in Volissos village.
Situated at the highest grounds of Volissos Village, within the vicinity of an ancient Byzantine castle, looks like a guard always on the lookout.
www.pyrgosvillage.gr   (111 words)

  
 Chios Island holiday studio rental, Volissos with walking, beach/lake nearby, balcony/terrace, air con, internet ...
Volissos climbs up the hillside to the ruins of an old castle, fortress.
A working village, here people go about their daily tasks much as they have always done, donkeys and goats can still be seen in day to day life.
Volissos is place to soak up the old style village life,
www.holidaylettings.co.uk /rentals/chios-island/8523   (600 words)

  
 Chios Greece - CHIOS ISLAND GREECE - pyrgosvillage.gr
Having this as a starting-point, an important work was realized and the child's dream of the revival of Volissos village was fulfilled.
Pyrgos Village gave life to the village of Volissos respecting its history and traditions, as well as preserving its architecture and all its characteristics.
From the garden, the veranda or the balcony, the houses of the settlement - depending on their location - enjoy the view of the beautiful sea, the fortress of Volissos, the narrow streets of the village or the important old church of Saint George.
www.pyrgos-village-estates.com /pyrgos-village/index.htm   (336 words)

  
 Fortress of Volissos
As the main defense stronghold of north Chios, Volissos protected all the northwestern part of the island called Amani, whose villages contained various fortifications-watch towers, signal towers, etc., according to their population and location.
The Fortress of Volissos, which is very well preserved today, is of a trapezoid shape with six circular towers.
Trypes, Parparia, Volissos, Spartouda, Siderounda, Katavasi, Diefxa, Fita, Kipouries, Pispilounta, Potamia, Melanios, Aghio Galas, Haladra, Aphrodisia, Keramos, Leptopoda, Egrigoros, Kourounia, Nenitouria, Pirama
www.chiosonline.gr /volissosfortress.asp   (251 words)

  
 Hotel Pyrgos Village Volissos - Venere.com
Pyrgos Village is an exclusive hotel complex featuring 35 newly built or carefully restored cottage-style houses, situated on the outskirts of the small and picturesque village of Volissos, in the North-Western part of the island of Chios.
Designed and built with quality and comfort in mind, the property is situated in a very secluded area, yet within short distance of long and unspoilt beaches, numerous shopping areas, taverns and interesting tourist sights.
Its unique position offers completely uninterrupted views of the sea, the fortress of Volissos, the narrow streets of the village and the ancient church of St. George.
en.venere.com /hotels_volissos/hotel_pyrgos_village.html?ref=3926&fe1   (337 words)

  
 .property no. 645 Elegant Stone Family House  Volissos Chios
This is a magnificently restored stone family house, with a large terrace overlooking spectacular mountain views and a panoramic view to the Mediterranean.
It is elegantly furnished and decorated with great care and fine taste, showing the owners devotion to the classical beauty and harmony.
Nature trails in plain with olive trees and wooded vegetation along the riverside, clement walking tour of the Volissos plain.
www.arecaholidayhomes.com /search.asp?ViDe_ID=815&LoadType=by_villa   (229 words)

  
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The Church House situated in the unique and unspoilt village of Volissos on the Greek Island of Chios.
The house is located in a pretty valley on the edge of the unique and traditional village of Volissos on the Greek Island of Chios.
Just two kilometres from the traditional and unique village of Volissos on the Greek Island of Chios can be found these simple and very comfortable beachside apartments and studios.
www.elysianholidays.co.uk /?Module=Listings&hl=1&QuickSearch=VOLISSOS   (473 words)

  
 Chios island :: Floga - Handmade candles in Volissos, Hios
The north-west part of Chios island is known as “Vorichora” and the biggest village is Volissos.
Volissos is built on the slope of a hill while its houses have beautiful stonework.
Famous is the Byzantine castle and the Orthodox churches with wooden temples, sacred paintings, pebbled yards.
floga.equal-elva.net   (309 words)

  
 Holiday/Vacation Property for Rent in Greece, Chios Volissos, great rental House/Apartment/Villa Greek
We are a short walk fom the village centre (2 mins) with 2 small stores, chemist, doctor.
Volissos is a lovely place with mountains, sea and nature all around.
Chios island is a gem and has managed to avoid the mass package tours so far.
www.homeisaway.com /rent-or-rental-holiday-vacation/greece-greek-mediterranean-med-house-apartment-villa/in-volissos-chios-1.html   (255 words)

  
 Village Houses and villa rentals in Volissos and Chios
Ta Petrina's beautifully restored and charmingly decorated village houses offer you the opportunity to spend a relaxing and comfortable holiday in the peace and quiet of the traditional village of Volissos on the unspoilt island of Chios Greece.
Ta Petrina, which means "Stone Houses" in Greek, is a partnership between Michaelis, a local Greek builder, Patrick, an English carpenter who has lived in Volissos for the past ten years and our English friends.
The combination of Michaelis' building skills and local knowledge, together with Patrick's carpentry and his partner Maria's interior design expertise, have created a unique atmosphere in each house.
tapetrina.gr   (168 words)

  
 Romantic Break - Volissos, Chios, Greece
Your apartment is on the edge of Volissos village, a half kilometer walk, where you'll find your nearest shops and restaurants.
It is not unusual around Volissos to see the local people walking with their donkeys, and harvesting their crops, and it is common to be flagged down by an elderly person to give them a lift!
The new harbour area, which is about 2 kms from Volissos, offers a chic alternative where there are a number of very good restaurants and bars spilling onto the harbour front.
www.thelittledomain.com /search.php?propertyid=33&type=3   (457 words)

  
 Chios, Greece on TRAVELSNAPZ.COM - Travel Greece for just a few clicks!
Through the village and back on the open road and we arrived at the coast where we enjoyed a drink at a seaside taverna near the small town of Volissos.
Jill, the expat pom we met while having a drink at the taverna, organised some accommodation and we stayed in Volissos for a few days.
Our journey then took us on through the geometrics of Pirgi, the fl diamonds of the volcanic beaches, the history of Anavatos and Nea Moni, and the peace and beauty of the countryside.
travelsnapz.tripod.com /greecechios2.html   (423 words)

  
 Volissos village, Grèce: Descriptions et photos de Volissos village de Chios Grece, Mer Egee Est
Volissos village, Grèce: Descriptions et photos de Volissos village de Chios Grece, Mer Egee Est
Volissos Chios: Volissos est le village principal au nord de l'ile.
Grèce Accueil > Mer Egee Est > Chios Grèce > Chios Villages > Volissos
grecehotels.com /mer_egee_est/chios/chios-villages/volissos-chios.htm   (129 words)

  
 Volissos Traditional Houses - Hios Greece - Review of Volissos Traditional Houses - SideStep
The care with which these village houses have been restored is unique on this island, if not in the whole Northeastern Aegean.
This spirit of inventiveness is also seen in imaginative recycling: A cattle yoke serves as a beam, while salvaged doors and shutters from the village have become mirrors or furniture.
The houses and apartments are distributed throughout the village of Volissos, so your neighbors are likely to be locals rather than fellow tourists.
www.sidestep.com /travel-hotel-l1683-h110914-volissos_traditional_houses_hios_greece   (204 words)

  
 :: PANAYOTIS Overview :: Holiday House in Greece Northern Aegean Islands Chio Self Catering
Traditional large stone village house in the unspoilt village of Volissos on the Greek Island of Chios.
The new harbour area, which is about 2kms from Volissos offers a chic alternative where there are a number of very good restaurants and bars spilling onto the harbour front.
Clients are given comprehensive directions and maps to the village of Volissos.
www.better-holidays.com /dID1561   (1028 words)

  
 Chios Island/ Volissos village: from Greek Rentals
As you travel across Chios' varied landscape you will find an abundance of beaches to choose from, tavernas to stop at, something else to discover and somewhere else to bring its rich history alive.
There is also a Doctor, Post Office, Telephone Exchange and ATM machine.
Sitting just below Panayiotis, Trina House has panoramic views across the village to the sea beyond and the mountains to the East.
www.greek-rentals.net /property022603-55043/index.html   (717 words)

  
 Volissos Vacation Rentals | PerfectPlaces.com   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-02)
1 Volissos Vacation Rental was found matching your criteria.
Description: Spiti Limnos, 250 meters from Limnos beach, is a traditional house situated in a 2000m2 orchard of orange-lemon-trees.
It is a quiet area, unspoilt and far away from mass tourism.It can lodge 2-3 fami...
www.perfectplaces.com /Greece/Chios_island/Volissos-Vacation-Rentals.htm   (100 words)

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