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Lesbos
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Lesbos
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It is the third-largest island in Greece, close to Turkey. You’ll find several historical sites, particularly in Mytilene, its capital, as well as a petrified forest in the west.
Overview of Lesbos
It is the third-largest island in Greece, close to Turkey. You’ll find several historical sites, particularly in Mytilene, its capital, as well as a petrified forest in the west.
Key facts
- Type of place: island.
- Tourist interest: (worth a stop if you are in the area).
- Location:
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- Main town: Mytilene (29,700 inhabitants).
- Population: 86,436 inhabitants (2011).
- Area: 1,632.82 km².
- Highest point: 968 m.
- Coastline:
- Website: https://www.lesvos.com/