Chios Greece is a large and verdant island which is part of the North-Eastern Aegean Islands. It is lying at a short distance by ferry from Turkey and between Lesvos and Ikaria. It is a very attractive island because of its lush vegetation, fine beaches and unique medieval villages which are kept in very good condition.
According to ancient Greek mythology, the first King of Chios was Oinopeonas (or Inopion), grandson of Minoas king of Crete, and son of Dionysus and Ariadne, who taught the islanders how to cultivate vines.
The myth tells that the island owes its name to the daughter of Oinopeonas, Chiona.
Also according to the legend, Chios is said to be the birthplace of the famous lyric poet Homer. In fact, there is a rock in Vrontados village, called Daskalopetra, where Homer is tought to have narrated his poems.
Also according to the legend, Chios is said to be the birthplace of the famous lyric poet Homer. In fact, there is a rock in Vrontados village, called Daskalopetra, where Homer is tought to have narrated his poems.
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