Good practice destination Prefecture of Lesvos, Greece

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Country Greece
Keywords
  • Excellence
Postal address Prefectural Authority of Lesvos, 1, Kountourioti Str, GR 811 00 Mytilene, Greece
Phone +30 22510 46777
Fax +30 22510 46652
Email nomarxis@lesvos.gr
Webpage http://ec.europa.eu/enterprise/sectors/tourism/eden/themes-destinations/countries/greece/lesvos/index_en.htm
Release date 30/03/2018
Landscape type Unspecified
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Type Best Practice Destination (Best Practice Destination)
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Lesvos' history dates back to 546 BC when the Persians ruled the island. The third largest island in Greece is blessed with stunning beaches that give way to majestic landscapes and spectacular natural attractions. The Gulf of Kalloni on the bottom of Mount Olympus is a magnificent refuge area that draws birdwatchers from around the globe. Environmental and eco-friendly programs have been implemented to protect reminders of past ancient civilizations that are scattered all around the island. As a European Destination of Excellence (EDEN) Lesvos won the "2009 Tourism and protected areas award".