Giola, Astris Thassos
Giola Thassos is a natural pool which has been carved out of the rocks over millions of years. It can be found in Astris which is located in the south of Thassos. When you arrive at Giola you will be greeted with the most amazing views from this miracle of nature, an amazing unbroken view across the Aegean Sea to Mount Athos and over to the Monastery of Archangel Michael.
Ancient Theater, Limenas Thassos
The ancient theatre was constructed in a natural cavity of the hill in Limenas. The very first excavation took place in 1921 by a French Archaeological School. During that process, the hollowness of the rock was revealed along with the orchestra, the parodos and a part of a scene.
At the beginning of the 3rd century the forefront of the scene was built by marble and the foreground was dedicated to Dionysus. In the 1st century A.D., the theatre was used for duels. The orchestra was converted into an arena and doors shut the parodos. During that era the seats were renovated, on which many names were engraved.
The Old Harbour Of Limenas, Thassos
From the older days Thassos had two harbors, one for trading and commercial purposes and the other for military purposes. The ancient naval port is mostly referred to as old harbor and it is closed now. The foundations of round towers from the ancient harbor can still be seen on the quay.
Thassos, a comparatively quiet island as far as tourism is concerned, is now slowly making its way into the tourist map of Greece. Therefore hectic development activities are seen taking place in the area rich in archaeological treasures right in the heart of the town and in the old harbor area.