Description of the attraction
One of the places on the Greek island of Lesvos, which is definitely worth a visit, is undoubtedly Skala Eresu - a small resort town with a well-developed tourist infrastructure, located on the western coast of the island about 90 km from the administrative center of Lesvos Mytilene and just a few kilometers from the city of Eressos. the harbor of which he, in fact, is.
As evidenced by the results of archaeological excavations and a number of historical documents, it was here in ancient times that ancient Eressos was located - an important trade center of the ancient world, which received its name in honor of Eressos, the son of the mythical king Lesbos Macarius, and gave the world such outstanding philosophers of Ancient Greece as Theophrastus and Phanius of Eres. It is also believed that Eressos is the hometown of the legendary ancient Greek poetess, included in the canonical list of "nine lyricists" - Sappho (although some historians still believe that Sappho's hometown is Mytilene).
Today, the Rock of Eresu is rightfully considered one of the best beach centers of the island of Lesvos and offers its guests everything necessary for a comfortable stay - an excellent comfortable beach, 3 km long (multiple winner of the prestigious Blue Flag), crystal clear waters of the Aegean Sea, a good choice of housing (including a very budget one), many cozy restaurants and taverns where you can relax while enjoying excellent local cuisine, which will undoubtedly delight you with an abundance of fresh fish and seafood dishes, and a lot of different entertainment. For lovers of outdoor activities - windsurfing, snorkeling, kayaking, cycling, catamaran ride and much more. You can also diversify your usual beach holiday by visiting the sights of Skala Eresu and its environs, among which the most interesting, perhaps, are the ruins of the ancient city, the Sappho cave, the Archaeological Museum and the Church of St. Andrew.
