About Mesta
The people who live in this village have managed to preserve the flavor and heart of it by embracing the history and sharing it with visitors to this unique location. The customs of medieval times are still carried out by the people of the village and you can have an experience like no other if you visit this beautiful and intriguing place.
When following the Ring-Road of the castle, the homes that have been built on the right side of the wall are of modern construction; however, the wall on the left side is the Wall of the castle. Staying right in the heart of the medieval village is an experience that will stay with you for the rest of your life. Many of the suites that are available in Mesta are a blend of the old and the modern with everything you could possibly need while still giving you the experience of life in the medieval village.
Mesta is a wonderful place to visit on Chios Island and will be a large part of your holiday. The rest of the island is an unspoiled natural wonder as well. From the stunning beaches to the lovely old world charm that you will find everywhere on the island, there is something for everyone.
The village of Mesta has recently come into the public's awareness as one of the most well preserved medieval villages in the world. It is for this reason that many people choose to come to this island and explore the ancient artifacts and the rich history of this amazing community.
While you are on Chios Island, consider a tour of the castle in Mesta and take part in the many cultural activities that are taking place all year round. Enjoy the work of the local artists and learn about the history of this village through the work of these talented people. And depending on what time of the year you travel to Mesta, you will be able to witness the many festivals and celebrations that take place on the island. Enjoy the traditional foods and music of Mesta during your stay in this truly unique village.
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Chios - Mesta medieval village
Mesta, is a perfectly preserved village-castle of the Byzantine period (14th and 15th centuries). It has been designated a listed monument and it is found 35 Km southwest of the town. The Castle-village, takes you back centuries, with its very few changes. It keeps its houses tied tightly together in what seems like a closed and compact form. The streets are cobbled and narrow. This type of fortress, a four-cornered structure, was built for protection against the frequent attacks by pirates and Turks, as well as for better cultivation of the mastic bush. It lies in small, treeless valleys far from the sea. The gray houses had doors and windows that faced only the interior of the wall, that is, inside the village. The outer walls contained adjoining parapets with small towers at the corners and gates at two or three points. At the center of every medieval village rises the defense tower, a form of Acropolis, where the inhabitants took refuge in the case of attack, using a movable bridge.
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