Lipsi (Lipso) not far from Patmos is a group of tiny islands. They cluster round the largest, the only one which is inhabited, Lipsi.Here you will find beautiful sandy beaches and translucent waters. The island is so small that you can go everywhere you want to on foot. The hamlet on the protected natural harbour is composed of spotless whitewashed houses, while its mini-piazza boasts tavernas, ouzeri, cafes and other eateries serving fresh fish and local wine.

Some magnificent beaches are at Lientou, Kyr-Vasilena Platys Gialos, and others

The only populated region of Leipsi is situated on the hill where Lios from Crete built his first home. It extends towards the safe harbor. At the top, next to the square where lies the Museum and the Town Hall, one can see the magnificent white Church of Saint John Theologos, with its blue dome and two bell-towers. The houses are painted white with a blue outline around the doors and windows. This habit dates from the Italian occupation, when the islanders used to paint their homes with the colors of the Greek flag. The school is another nice building, built by the hard work of the islanders and their immigrant children. The people live off of fishing, cattle-breeding and agriculture. The region is well known for its wine. In the past, the production reached 300 tons and during the Italian occupation, it was sent to the Vatican for Holy Communion. Today, the Municipality, in collaboration with the Athens School of Agronomy, is trying to replant the area with plants more resistant to dry climates. In the summer, many people visit Leipsi for its clean beaches, fresh fish, calm landscape and hospitality

You can go there by ferry from Piraeus, Patmos, Rhodos and other islands

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