Images of Samos

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  Samos town and bay
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  The bright red poppy is synonymous with Samos and can be seen all over the island, particularly during May to July
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  Goats are the most popular livestock animal on Samos – you will probably encounter a herd or two on your travels…
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  High above Pithagorio stand the remains of the walls of the castle of Polycrates
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  The hillside town on Marathokambos is a complex maze of streets and home to many fine churches
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  The entrance to the cave of Pythagoras (the first of two possible caves where the philosopher may have hidden)

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  The harbour at Pithagorio is a popular stop for many yachts traversing the island
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  The golden sands of Psilî Ammos near to Pithagorio
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  The English of many of the islanders is excellent but occasionally an interesting interpretation can occur…
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  The famous Blue Chairs Taverna in the mountain village of Vourliotes is an ideal rest stop after a long walk
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  A small church found high above Samos Town
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  Looking down from near Profitis Ilias to Samos Town and harbour

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  Arriving on foot towards Mikro Seitani
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  To the north of Limnionas before Kalithea you can find Plaka with its busy boat builders
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  The first proper view of Megalo Seitani on the footpath from Mikro Seitani
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  The beautiful monastery of Zoodochou Pigis perched high on the north-east of the island
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  Fishing boat at Posidinio on the very south east of Samos
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  The bustling capital of the island

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  This extraordinary church high in the hillside above Kalithea, built within a cave and still in use
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  Looking towards the Limnionas Restaurant on the beach, five minutes walk from Studios Ioanna
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  The working boat yard found at Plaka to the west of Limnionas
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  Looking down towards the beautiful bay at Limnionas
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  Looking back towards Studios Ioanna with the imposing Mount Kerkis in the background

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  Tall, large thistles can be found in areas of higher ground, often with the accompanying large bees!
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  The cats of Samos know the best places to find fresh food!
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  The hillside town of Marathokambos, nestled above Ormos
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  The quieter side of the very busy harbour at Karlovasi
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  The peaceful harbour at Ormos
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  The gigantic Kouros found at the Temple of Hera and now seen in the Archeological Museum

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  Looking back down the gorge at Potami at the point from which brave swimmers can take to the water to see the Falls
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  Looking down towards to the main church in Marathokambos

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