Things To Do in Molivos
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Molivos Attractions
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Kastro
The hilltop Genoese castle is better preserved than Mitilini town, but it's much less extensive and not as interesting to explore. There is, however, a great view from the walls, worth the price of admission in itself. There's a stage in the southwest corner of the courtyard, often… - Religious Site
Mandamados Monastery
Mandamados is a lovely village on a high inland plateau, renowned for the remarkable icon of the Archangel Michael in the local monastery. A powerful story is associated with the creation of the icon: It is said that during a pirate raid, all but one of the monks were slaughtered.…
Molivos Shopping
Molivos is dominated by tacky souvenir shops. To find more authentic local wares, you'll have to explore neighboring towns. Mandamados, known as a center for pottery, has numerous ceramics studios. Eleni Lioliou (tel. 22530/61-170), on the road to the monastery, sells brightly painted bowls, plates, and mugs. Anna Fonti (tel. 22530/61-433), on a pedestrian street in the village, produces plates with intricate designs, in brilliant turquoise and blue. Also in Mandamados is the diminutive studio of icon painter Dimitris Hatzanagnostou (tel. 22530/61-318), who produces large-scale icons for churches and portable icons for purchase.
Molivos Nightlife
Those seeking a bit of culture should ask at the Tourist Office about the occasional theatrical performances at the kastro looming over the town. Young travelers will have no trouble finding clubs and music to their taste, but those seeking something more indigenous will want to head for Vangelis Bouzouki (no phone), Molivos's top acoustic bouzoukia club. It's located west from Molivos, on the road to Efthalou, past the Sappho Tours office. After about a 10-minute walk outside of town, you'll see a sign that points to an olive grove. Follow it for another 500m (1,640 ft.) through the orchard until you reach a clearing with gnarled olive trees and a few sheep. When you see the circular cement dance floor, surrounded by clumps of cafe tables, you've found the club. Have some ouzo and late-night mezedes, and sit back to enjoy the show.
