Mytilene, Lesbos, Greece

Mytilene, Lesbos, Greece

Mytilene, Lesbos Greece

Mytilene is the capital of the Greek island of Lesbos. It is built on seven hills, and it’s dominated by the Gateluzzi castle and the church of St Therapon with its impressive dome. Mytilene town is the first thing you will see if you arrive in Lesvos by boat. The town is also very lively from the early morning till late at night with the many shops, cafes, bars, and restaurants. I spent a full day in Mytilene town, and I can say there are a lot of interesting things to do. The castle of Mytilene, one of the biggest in the Mediterranean is located on the top of a hill in the northern part of the town. It was probably erected during the Byzantine period on top of an ancient Acropolis, and it was renovated by Francesco Gattilusio when his family took control of the island. Today the visitor can walk around the castle and visit, the cistern, the Ottoman baths, the Crypts, and the Queen’s Tower among others. The view of Mytilene town from the castle is magnificent. During summer, the castle hosts many cultural events.
Recommended airport
Mitilini (MJT)
Nearby destinations
  • Lesbos Island a 34.23 km
  • Ayvalik a 29.31 km
  • Behram a 47.25 km
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