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Anavatos: A Castle town in Chios with its legends and the pirates

Chios, one of the Aegean’s most beautiful islands, is home to an awe-inspiring location with a rich history. This place, often referred to as the Mystras of the Aegean, is steeped in legends and traditions. Chios is not just an island with a great history, but it also offers many surprises in terms of landscapes and sights. One of these is the mountainous medieval abandoned castle town in Chios which is called Anavatos. Today, it stands deserted, but it’s full of stories and legends waiting to be discovered. It’s also ...

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