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Explore Leros Museums – 2026 Summer Museum Hours
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- Yacht & Sailing
A Captain’s Guide to Checking into Leros with Your Sailing Vessel
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- The People of Leros
Flora Koutozou- The Leros Animal Welfare Association
This article is part of our series, “The People of Leros”, where we highlight individuals either from the island or who have chosen Leros as a special home. Each person […]
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- The People of Leros
Anna Tachliambouri – Women Without Borders
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- History
The Dual Soul of Greece’s Protomagia (May 1st)
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- The People of Leros
Anna Asvesta: The Heart of Leros’ Hospitality
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- Hiking
Lakkí – Katsouní: Discover One of the Most Beloved Routes in Leros
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- Daily life in Leros, Essential Information, Mediterranean Lifestyle
Forget the Heels: Surviving and Thriving on Leros
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- Culture & Heritage, Daily life in Leros
Leros at Easter
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- Daily life in Leros, Essential Information, Local cuisine
Easter Time: Food & Dining on Leros
As the scent of spring flowers mingles with the salty Aegean breeze, Leros begins to stir from its winter slumber in anticipation one of the island’s most vibrant celebration. While […]
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- The People of Leros
Anna Karpathaki: Bringing Leros Its First Vegan & Vegetarian Restaurant
This article is part of our series, “The People of Leros”, where we highlight individuals either from the island or who have chosen Leros as a special home. Each person […]
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- The People of Leros
Lefteris Diamantaras: The Soul of Theater on Leros
This article is part of our series, The People of Leros, where we highlight individuals either from the island or who have chosen Leros as a special home. Each person […]
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- The People of Leros
The Person Behind the Feeding Stations – Isabelle Manevy of Leros
This article is part of our series, “The People of Leros”, where we highlight individuals either from the island or who have chosen Leros as a special home. Each person […]
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- The People of Leros
Nikos Kafentzis: Connecting Leros’ Past with Its Present
This article is part of our new series, The People of Leros, where we highlight individuals either from the island or who have chosen Leros as a special home. Each […]
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Michalis Kontrafouris: Veterinarian and Former Mayor of Leros
This article is part of our series, “The People of Leros”, where we highlight individuals either from the island or who have chosen Leros as a special home. Each person […]
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Nicos Phocas: A Journey of Service, Culture, and Care for Leros
This article is part of our new series, The People of Leros, where we highlight individuals either from the island or who have chosen Leros as a special home. Each […]
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- Daily life in Leros
Flying Kites and Spiritual Renewal in Leros on Clean Monday
“Clean Monday,” known as Kathara Deftera in Greek, is a cherished annual celebration in Greece, marking the beginning of Great Lent. This significant day falls seven weeks before Greek Orthodox […]
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- Local cuisine
Leros on the Plate: Where Food Becomes Memory
What is it that makes a destination linger in your memory? The landscapes, the people, or the flavors that stay with you long after you leave? In Leros, the answer […]
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- The People of Leros
Dimitris Isichos: From Vineyards to Archives, Life in Leros
This article is part of our new series, The People of Leros, where we highlight individuals either from the island or who have chosen Leros as a special home. Each […]
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- The People of Leros
Michael Winters: Six Decades of Art and Inspiration on Leros
This article is part of our new series, The People of Leros, where we highlight individuals either from the island or who have chosen Leros as a special home. Each […]
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Fanouris Kontogiorgakis – A Cycling Champion Shaping Leros
This article is part of our new series, “The People of Leros”, where we highlight individuals either from the island or who have chosen Leros as a special home. Each […]
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- Historical Sites
The “Patriarchate” of Leros – History and Contemporary Spiritual Heritage
Among the well-known landmarks of Leros, there is a building which, despite bearing a profound historical and spiritual legacy, remains largely unknown to the wider public, as information about its […]
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- The People of Leros
Frantsesko DiPierro: Guardian of Leros’ History
This article is part of our new series, “The People of Leros”, where we highlight individuals either from the island or who have chosen Leros as a special home. Each […]
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- Hiking
Walking Route: Saint Fanourios – Skoumparda
The Saint Fanourios – Skoumbarda walking route is not simply a recreational walk, but a journey through the island’s wartime history. The ruined observation posts, underground tunnels, and fortifications stand […]
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- The People of Leros
Kalliopi Karpathaki: Rooted in Leros, Guided by the Sea
This article is part of our new series, The People of Leros, where we introduce individuals from the island who stand out through their stories, passions, and the meaningful ways […]
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- Daily life in Leros
The Leros Theatre Group in Aschheim
A journey that became a shared experience Usually, we write about what’s happening here on our island, but this time we’re sharing something a little different. It’s a story about […]
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- Essential Information
Public Holidays & Stores’ Opening Hours
Holidays are almost here and Leros is about to feel more festive than usual. As the island gets ready for the celebrations and that relaxed winter buzz, local shops are […]
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- Daily life in Leros
Winter Dining in Leros: A Handy List of Restaurants with Their Opening Hours
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- History
November 17: A Milestone for Democracy in Greece
November 17 is one of the most significant dates in modern Greek history. On this day, Greece commemorates the Polytechnic Uprising (also known as the “Athens Polytechnic Rebellion”) of 1973, […]
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- Culture & Heritage, Daily life in Leros, History
October 28th – Oxi Day – on Leros
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Explore Leros Museums – 2026 Summer Museum Hours
Discover Leros’ fascinating museums and plan your cultural adventure! This guide details each museum’s unique offerings and includes updated summer 2025 opening hours.
A Captain’s Guide to Checking into Leros with Your Sailing Vessel
A Captain’s Guide to Checking into Leros, Greece – Navigate the bureaucratic waters of Leros effortlessly with this comprehensive guide. From passport stamping to decoding the Greek cruising tax, set sail for a hassle-free check-in experience in this enchanting Aegean island.
Flora Koutozou- The Leros Animal Welfare Association
This article is part of our series, “The People of Leros”, where we highlight individuals either from the island or who have chosen Leros as a special home. Each person
Anna Tachliambouri – Women Without Borders
Driven by the need to amplify female voices in Leros, Anna Tachliambouri balances her roles as Municipal Councillor and President of “Women Without Borders” to support families and children. Her work bridges the gap between local government and social action to empower the next generation.
The Dual Soul of Greece’s Protomagia (May 1st)
In Greece, May 1st is a profound collision of two worlds: the sweet scent of wildflowers and the defiant spirit of labor. From the ancient tradition of weaving May wreaths to the solemn tribute of International Workers’ Day, Protomagia is a day of universal renewal.
Anna Asvesta: The Heart of Leros’ Hospitality
Meet the woman shaping hospitality on one of the Aegean’s most authentic islands. Anna Asvesta shares her insights on leadership, the charm of island life, and the art of “hosting” in a world of mass tourism.
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