Summer 2012 saw us touring the Greek island of Lesvos. Based primarily in the picturesque village of Molyvos, we travelled the length and breadth of the island in search of beautiful images. Shown here is a very small collection culled from a much larger body of work. We hope you enjoy them!
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After finding our accommodation this bakery became a primary source of supplies.
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The picturesque fishing harbour of Molyvos, home to many excellent fish tavernas & a photographers paradise.
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The medieval castle above Molyvos against a deep azure sky.
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Looking south at sunset from Molyvos castle.
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Ubiquitous lazy greek cat.
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The tiny church of Skala Sikamineas. The stunning location makes this a popular spot for weddings.
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Weathered detail of a window frame.
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Catches from these nets find their way to table in nearby tavernas.
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One of the finest places in Molyvos to watch the sun go down whilst relaxing with a cocktail...
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...enjoy the view!
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A coastal view of Petra on a particularly breezy morning. It is said that the Greek hero Achilles anchored his fleet in this bay on his journey to Anatolia, to take his historic place in the Trojan War.
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Beautiful clean white on blue!
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A view over Petra taken from the Panagia Glikofilousa church. The building sits atop a 30 metre high rock from which the village gets its name.
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Detail of the iconostasis in Panagia Glikofilousa church.
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One of the many mountain roads leading to the bay of Kalloni.
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Peacock & Pigs, Limonos Monastery. The site contains many relics of national importance and a huge library with works dating from the 9th century.
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The wide open bay of Skala Kalloni lent itself well to the use of a super wideangle lens.
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A splash of pink amongst a barren landscape.
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Terracotta view.
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Molyvos is inundated with cats, particularly in the higher part of the village away from tourists. It seemed that every corner we turned we were greeted by hungry feline eyes.
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Stopping at Mandamados Monastery we were surprised to see this full sized fighter jet in the car park.
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The Roman aqueduct at Moria which, in antiquity, carried water from mountain springs to nearby Mitilini.
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Side street in Moria.
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PhotoArk in Petra!
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A 60 million year old petrified Sequoia tree, one of a large forest buried by an ancient volcanic eruption.
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Another curious Greek cat.
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Grapes harvested by Monks at Ipsilou monastery.
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Interior of Ipsilou monastery located on a mountain top between Andissa & Sigri. The library houses many ancient books and manuscripts, some a thousand years old. The view from here is simply stunning - to experience it go to our Panorama section (under Specials).
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A beautiful morning at Skala Eresou. We overnighted here after a baking day on the road. The hospitable village was a welcome sight for weary eyes.
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The restored Olive Press, now a museum, at Agias Paraskevi.
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Olive oil jars dotted around the Olive Press museum grounds.
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A trip to the mountain town of Agiasos saw us befriended by a local canine. This was probably due to us being sat in a taverna eating at the time.
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A view of the main street in Agiasos. The village is known for its local wood and metal working.
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The church of Panayia, Agiasos, is an important pilgrimage site containing holy relics dating back to the fourth century.
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Sunset from one of our favourite watering holes in Molyvos, the Congas bar.
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Molyvos trig point - we were here!
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Mitilini street scene.
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Suburban Mitilini.
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The underground water cistern at Mitilini castle. There is evidence to suggest that water was collected here from Roman times.
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Looking out to sea from a small corner of the huge fortress at Mitilini.
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Obligatory pine cone picture, we cannot seem to make any journey without a picture like this!
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We spent several leisurely evenings capturing images of Molyvos, its castle, and harbour. Anyone visiting here will agree it is a stunning location after dark.
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The welcoming lights of Molyvos' fish tavernas are reflected in the calm harbour...
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…ditto
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Molyvos tavernas, harbour, village and castle late at night.