Location: Mytilene
Top Things to do in Mytilene
9 Sights & Landmarks in Mytilene That You Shouldn't Miss
Mytilene (Greek: Μυτιλήνη Mytilini [mitiˈlini]) is a city founded in the 11th century BC. Mytilene is the capital and port of the island of Lesbos and also the capital of the North Aegean Region. The seat of the governor of the North Aegean Region is Mytilene. Mytilene is also one of 13 municipalities (counties) on the island of Lesbos. Mytilene is built on the southeast edge of the island. It is also the seat of a metropolitan bishop of the Orthodox church.
Restaurants in Mytilene
1. Town Hall
2. The Commander of Lesvos Monastery
3. Catholic Church of the Assumption of Virgin Mary
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 19 reviews
Lesvos's only Roman Catholic Church was built in 1843 and was used as a monastery until 1979. Relics of St Valentine are found under the main altar. The Church was recently restored in 2013 uncovering her beautiful frescos.
4. Mytilene Castle
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 221 reviews
A huge, 6th century fortress overlooking the town and harbour of the capital town of Lesbos
Reviewed By Kayaker1945 - Columbus, United States
Read up on it before you go. Wonderful view of the Aegean Sea, the shores of Lesvos, and Turkey in the distance.
