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The island of Samos in comparison to the rest of the Greek islands ,is located within a breathing distance from the coastline of Asia Minor and acts as the connecting link of Greece to the East. Because of its geographic position it was a desirable prize for many aspiring conquerors. It succeeded though, in prospering and elevating valuable personalities in the sciences and arts.

The teachings of Pythagoras were based in the dogma of reincarnation within which the individual is redeemed from the earthly cosmos of sensation and regains the lost divine grace and existence. The human body constitutes the prison of the soul. Self-control and self-criticism are essential requirements for the development and healthy spiritualistic growth of the individual.

In the area of painting, the painter Savrias stands out and as he was the first who devised the shading of paintings. In the area of archeology the unique Mandioklis (513 b.c.) that created the floating bridge on the Bosporus and in the area of hydraulic mechanics the in famous Evpalinos with his famed Evpalinio Origma at Pythagorio.

Following the coastal road of the North shore of the island towards Karlovasi passing through the all-pine Malagari at a distance of 10 klms you can find Kokkari. One of the most picturesque fish-towns of the island, which has developed into a large seaside holiday center. The name of the town

originates from Kokkari (the bulb of the onion for planting) that was grown here in the old days. The visitors will be impressed with the miniature peninsula that is surrounded by the picturesque settlements and beautiful beaches suitable for sea sports. The picturesque taverns, the stores and the little harbor create a charming landscape.

A lot of tourists visit Samos island and enjoy the deep blue sea, the beautiful beaches, the archeological places. There are a lot of hotels, studios, rooms, appartments at these islands, as well as many restaurants with greek traditional food and clubs, cafe, bars with great parties for unique nightlife.