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Bookmark or Share- Lesbos - WikipediaLesbos or Lesvos (Greek: Λέσβος, romanized: Lésvos) is a Greek island located in the northeastern Aegean Sea. It has an area of 1,633 km 2 (631 sq mi), [2] with approximately 400 kilometres (249 miles) of coastline, making it the third largest island in Greece and the eighth largest in the Mediterranean.
- The Greek Island of Lesbos and the Origin of the Word ‘Lesbian’“Lesbian” is a demonym for the inhabitants of Lesbos, also spelled as Lesvos, so why does it today describe female homosexuality? The answer is bound to the reputation of the island itself and the written work of an ancient Greek poet named Sappho.
- Lésbos | Greece, Map, Sappho, & Facts | BritannicaLésbos, largest island after Crete (Modern Greek: Kríti) and Euboea (Évvoia) in the Aegean Sea. It constitutes a dímos (municipality) and a perifereiakí enótita (regional unit) in the North Aegean (Vóreio Aigaío) periféreia (region), eastern Greece.
- Guide To The Island Of Lesbos, Greece – Lesvos Guide - Chasing the DonkeyLesbos Island is a UNESCO World Heritage Site renowned for its rich history, cultural heritage, stunning natural beauty, and friendly locals. The island offers a captivating Greek experience with its authentic towns, delicious food, and historical sites.
- The Complete Guide to Lesvos Island, Greece - GreekReporter.comBig and beautiful Lesbos, or Lesvos, is the third largest Greek island after Crete and Evia, and the birthplace of the ancient Greek poet Sappho. It boasts stunning natural landscapes, including beautiful beaches, lush green mountains, and picturesque villages.
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