Things To Do in Vathi and Karlovassi
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Vathi and Karlovassi Attractions
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Archaeological Museum
This fine museum is two buildings at the south end of the harbor, near the post office. The newest building houses sculpture -- the island's best sculptors traveled all over the Hellenistic world to create their art. The most remarkable work is a kouros (statue of a boy), which… - Religious Site
Moni Vronta
The 15th-century fortified monastery of Moni Vronta is on a mountain overlooking the sea and the hilltop village of Vourliotes. Few if any monks live there these days, but a caretaker is usually about; if the gate is locked, try knocking -- one of the soldiers from a nearby post may…
Vathi and Karlovassi Nightlife
Vathi -- "In" places change from year to year, but one of the hottest discos in Vathi has been Metropolis, behind the Paradise Hotel. For bouzoukia, there's Zorba's, out of town on the road to Mitilini. Various kinds of bars line the lanes just off the port. Number Nine, at 9 Kephalopoulou, beyond the jetty on the right, is one of the oldest and best known. For more sedate setting and music, try Nefeli bar/cafe along the harbor.
