The Island of Samos
Nestled in the eastern Aegean Sea, just a stone's throw from the coast of Asia Minor, or modern day Turkey, lies the beautiful island of Samos. Known for its lush, mountainous landscapes, pristine beaches, and world-renowned sweet Muscat wine, Samos has been a vibrant center of Greek culture for thousands of years. It is an island where ancient history meets a rich culinary tradition.
Legends of Samos
Samos was an intellectual powerhouse of the ancient world. Walking the streets of the island today means walking in the footsteps of some of history's greatest minds:
Pythagoras: The legendary mathematician and philosopher whose theorems are still taught in schools worldwide was born on Samos in the 6th century BC.
Epicurus: Born to Samian parents, this famous philosopher taught that the ultimate goal of life is peace, happiness, and the enjoyment of simple pleasures—a philosophy we think pairs perfectly with a great meal.
Aristarchus: An ancient mathematician and astronomer from Samos who was the very first person to propose a heliocentric model of the universe, placing the sun at the center of the solar system centuries before Copernicus.
Aesop: The famous storyteller behind Aesop's Fables (like "The Tortoise and the Hare") lived a significant portion of his life on Samos."