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TOWNS
& VILLAGES
Of LESVOS
SIGRI
Sigri
is located on the South West part of
Lesvos,
almost
100 km from Mytilini and just 26km from Skala
Eressos. It is home to a number of natural phenomena
and monuments which should not be missed. The name of
Sigri comes from the Latin word 'securo' which means safe
harbour or haven. Coming into the village, you will first
see the little harbour with its colourful fishing boats.
There is a also a dock for the Ferries which arrive from
mainland
Greece. The beach here is wonderful for sunbathing and
very safe for children with shallow slopes into the clean
waters. The main square of the village has a view over th e
bay and fishing harbour. Here you will find bars and
restaurants to suit all tastes. For the birdwatchers that
visit Lesvos in the Spring and Autumn it’s the ideal place
for raptor observation. For more information check:
PLACES TO
VISIT
THE CASTLE:
It is actually an Ottoman fort, which was built back in
the long Turkish occupation of the island. It's main walls
stand proud on the edge of the bay of Sigri and whilst
inside there is little to see, it really is worth a visit.
The PETRIFIED FOREST and its MUSEUM :
On the road fro m
Andissa, 4km before the village you will find the
incredible
Petrified Forest.
In
the village of Sigri itself there is the new museum
dedicated to the forest which hosts a wealth of
information as well as some stunning examples of petrified
wood.
The Museum was established in 1994 to study, research,
promote, preserve and conserve the unique Petrified Forest
of Lesvos, a designated Protected Natural Monument.
NISSIOPI ISLAND:
Looking out to Sea from the shores of Sigri you
 will
see the
small islands which protect the bay and here lies a
fascinating wealth of culture and tradition seldom seen or
known in the outside world. The larger of the two islands
is Nissiopi, and is host to one of the few remaining
manned lighthouses, and also to the most natural
phenomenon of petrified stones. The fossilised trees lay
undisturbed as they fell millions of years ago in the
shallow waters surrounding the island. There is a small
beach here where you can while away the hours, but do be
warned, Nissiopi is without shade and rarely allows
visitors. If you wish to see the stones, please ask first.
The smaller island which hides from view unless looking
from the main beach towards the open sea is the place
where Seagulls go to die.
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