PUBLICATIONS ON 'SPILIA'. 'GREEK PANORAMA' ISSUE NUMBER 27 MAY-JUNE 2002. Until the last minute we have not seen Kardamyla. Suddenly, after a bend in the road, the plain of Kardamyla spreads before our eyes, perfectly decorated with the various shades of green, from the dark green of the pine-forest to the light green of the orchards and the fields of citrus trees. The small houses of Kardamyla are scattered all over like white and colourful strokes of a brush, while the church-towers stand out among them. In the west, a steep mountainous mass stands up, while on the faraway horizon the blue colour of the sea is a treat for the eyes. Suddenly, the material of stone prevails. The openings of the doors and the windows become smaller, the design of the buildings becomes fortress-like. It is like crossing suddenly the invisible dividing line of time and travelling back in time, some hundreds of years ago. We are at the northern end and at the highest point of the settlement of Kardamyla, 'Spilia'. We are possessed by the unique feeling of historical awe, like being in the middle of a medieval castle. The pictures surrounding us bring us in mind 'The Castropolitia of Mystras' (the Castletown of Mystras) or the wonderful medieval ruins of 'Anavatos' at the center of the island. Simple rectangle buildings are scattered all over the hill, with small windows and doors In this place of so many architectural peculiarities, full of the glamour and the legends of the past, Dimitris Psomadakis and his wife have created 'Spilia'. Few years ago, he completely restored some ruined small houses on the hill. Foremost, he respected and improved the surroundings. After having studied for years the history, the folklore, the old habits and the architectural tradition of his land, he acquired a wider theoretical knowledge and he created a remarkable collection of important folklore objects, which he strongly hopes that they will become the basis for the creation of a folklore museum. Dimitris unlocks the heavy wooden door, we bend our heads and enter inside. The dull weather in combination with the three small openings on the walls create a mystic atmosphere that makes the place look like the interior of a medieval tower. The stone work is excellent, made of some local stone which has been used for ages. A marvelous wooden floor, a plain set of furniture with a sofa of pure wood, large cushions, straw-bottomed chairs and wooden stoolsA step leads us to the kitchen and the bathroom, whereas in a corner, in front of a small window, Dimitris has created a place for study, useful to hardworking guests. (There, I have spent a lot of time looking through the rich bibliography given to me by Dimitris). Close by, the small kitchen, equipped by everything possibly needed by a family, a fridge, hot plates and the whole range of cooking utensils. In the bathroom, nothing is missing. Everything is of high quality to the smallest detail. An interior wooden staircase leads to the attic, where under the vaulted roof two single beds have been placed. The facilities of this marvelous small house are completed by the satellite TV, plenty of hot and cold water, air-conditioning for summer and winter and, additionally, by the splendid stone fireplace for the cold night moments full of romance

A road along the coast starts from the town of Chios and goes past the most picturesque and beautiful beaches of the Aegean Sea. In Daskalopetra the ancient statue of Kyveli is the first stop. Then, the road goes up the rocky mountainside and meets the grave of Psycharis facing the Asia Minor Coast. Then, it continues going past the little church of 'Panaghia Myrtidiotisa', which like a seagull embraces the rock above the clear blue sea. Afterwards, the bending road reaches the 'Bay of Glaron' (the Bay of Seagulls) and goes up the granite mountainside of 'Myliga'. Passing the old inn in 'Tholos' with the traditional shipyard and the mineral waters, the road keeps going uphill. At that point, it is impossible not to stop for a bird's eye view of 'Pantoukios', a picturesque natural harbour with beautiful neoclassical mansions, belonging to the village 'Sykiada', which is built on a rock. The road continues reaching the big and well-known village 'Lagada', which extends along the two sides of the natural harbour that faces the island of Oinousses. The road keeps going upwards and the eye of the traveler reflexively turns to the sea, where the sun hides behind the trees. Soon, the overgrown island of Tavros comes into view in the Bay of Delphini, where the 'delphinios' God Apollo was worshipped in ancient times. You can come to Chios: By ship from Piraeus, Thessaloniki, Alexandroupolis, Kavala, Limnos, Mytilini, Samos, Kos, Rhodes, Please contact: NEL LINES Tel: (+30) 210-4223185, 4115015. HELLENIC SEAWAYS Tel: (+30)-22710-41047 www.hellenicseaways.gr. GA GERRIES Tel: (+30) - 22710-41390. KANARIS TOURS el: (+30)-22710-21463. SUNRISE TOURS Tel: (+30)-22710-41390. By plane from Athens, Thessaloniki, Mytilini, Samos, Rhodes Contact with: OLYMPIC AIRWAYS Tel :(+30) 210-9666666 www.olympic-airways.gr. AEGEAN AIRLINES Tel : (+30)-210-9988300

'SPILIA-STUDIOS'- THE INTERIOR, ROOMS. Each house has its own qualities of beauty and warmth. A lot of details make it unique, such as the predominance of stone and wood everywhere and the plain construction of the fireplace, the cupboards and the stairs in all rooms. The excessive use of stone is warmed up by the use of plaster, which is also warmed up by the use of wood. Complex 1 House A The most romantic of our one-roomed houses has a double in-built bed designed for 2 people. Low season (1/9 to 15/7). High season (16/7 to 31/8). Breakfast with traditional products is included (*). Complex 1 House B A two-roomed house which contains two single beds in the loft and a sofa bed on the ground floor, designed to accommodate up to 3 people. You can enjoy your coffee in frond of our in- built stove while the whole village lays on your feet. Complex 1 House C A two-roomed house with a double bed in the loft and a sofa on the ground floor, designed to accommodate up to 3 people. You can enjoy your coffee in the veranda above our in-built stove. Comlex 2 Self -Contained House A three roomed house which has a double bed and a sofa on the first floor. On the ground floor there is also an in-built sofa. It is ideal for accommodating a family with two children. The view from the veranda is magnificent. You can look as far as the island of Lesvos, depending on the weather. The fully -equipped kitchen is supplied with a small oven. (*) Don't forget to try hostess' home-made liqueurs. They are delicious We do not charge for one child up to 10 years old. For 2 children up to 10 years old, we charge only one. EQUIPMENT- FACILITIES - SPECIAL RATES. There is a fire place in three of our houses. Special rates for people coming/descended from Kardamyla, groups and long- lasting renting. Credit Cards : VISA - MASTERCARD - DINERS

PENSIONE SPILIA -INTERNO -STANZE. Oghi casetta ha la sya propria belessa e calore, e moli piccoli detagli che la rendono particolare. La pietra e il gegno dominano da per tutto. Dalla essenziale costruzione del camino, che si trova in tutte le casette, fino agli armadi le scale e i soffiti. L; eccesso della pietra e adolcito dal intonaco, e l; intonaco si rende ancora piu caldo dal legho. Cruppo 1 Abitazione A La piu romantica da un vano nostra abitazione, e dotata di un letto matrimoniale in mutatura. Periodo basso ( 1/9 fino 15/7). Periodo alto ( 16/7 fino 31/8). Cruppo 1 Abitazione B Abitazione di due vani, dodata di due letti singoli sulla soffita, e un divano a piano terra a tre posti. Potete assaporate il vostro caffe, davanti all nostro forno in pietra, e vedete tuto il paese che si estende davanti ai vostri piedi. Cruppo 1 Abitazione C Abitazione di due vani dotata di un letto matrimoniale sulla soffita e di un divano a piano terra, a tre posti. Potete assaporate il vostro caffe, sulla veranda, che si trova sopra il nostro forno di pietra. Cruppo 2 Abitazione autonoma Abitazione di tre vani, dotata al primo piano di un letto matrimoniale e un divano, ed inoltre a piano terra di un divano in muratura. Ideale per ospitare una famiglia con due figli. La vedura dalla veranda e fantastica.Potete ammirare, se le condizioni climatiche lo consentono, fino al isola di Lesbo. La sua cucina, pinamente attrezzata, e dotata anche di un piccolo forno.. (*)Don't forget to try hostess' home-made liqueurs. They are delicious We do not charge for one child up to 10 years old. For 2 children up to 10 years old, we charge only one. EQUIPAGIAMENTO; CONFORT.; Cucina pienamente attrezzata; Caffetiera o bollitore electrico; Frigorivero; Telefono; fax; Internet; Mini Bar; T.V.; Climatizzazione; Bagnio con doccia; 3 abitazioni con camini.; Prezzi speziali per gruppi e per soggiorni di lunga durata.; Ai prezzi sumensionati sono compresse te tasse e le imposte.; Si accettano carte di credito VISA - MASTERCARD - DINERS

WORLD'S MOONS AT SPILIA MUSIC - ARTS - THEATER UNDER THE MOONLIGHT. Dear music friends, We are organizing a percussions seminar from June 28-June 30 2007, at the island of Chios, Greece. The instructors are well known professionals with acclaimed artistry: 1. Vangelis Karipis, for traditional Greek and Eastern european percussions, 2. Socrates Yaniaris for Latin American percussions. Arrival on Wednesday, June 27. On Saturday June 30, there will be a concert with the instructors, Yiorgos Makris (kaval, gaida) and all the participants. The seminar costs 240 euros for those who will stay at the village's inns (includes 4 nights stay, four breakfats and four meals, 18 hours of Master Calss meetings, 7 hours of relaxing meditation). For those who will stay at other sites it is 120 euros. It will take place at the medieval neighbourhood, Spilia, in the village Kardamyla, Chios, Greece. The seminar is part of a series of art events called. World' s moons at Spilia that will take place throughout summer during or around the fullmoon. It aims to bring together artists, visitors and the people of the village and become a creative bridge that connects the past and present memories of neighbourhood cultures. Music of Iran and Afganistan. Eugenios Voulgaris, rabab, saz, voice, Sergios Voulgaris, tombak, daff, bentir, Theodora Athanasiou, saz, cura saz, Spilios Kastanis, contrabass. Improvisations with percussions. Vangelis Karipis, Socrates Yaniaris (percussions) and Yiorgos Makris, gaida, kaval. At the island of lost lovers with Maria Thoidou, singer, songwritter, and the virtuosos Kostas Raptis, bayian, Themios Adjakas, oud, guitar, Efren Lopez, saz, viola de roda, Kyriakos Tapakis, bass, Loukas Metaxas, percussions. Classic guittar recital¨from Bach to Piazolla. Yiorgos Manolis, Yiorgos Ayiassoglou perform Bach, Barios, Koshkin, Piazzola, more with the Tinisian singer Lamia Bediui and the percussionists Solis Barki (also didjeridoo) and Nikos Souliotis. Also there will be two experimental plays and two art shows. We are very proud and excited to bring such wonderfull music to a small, picturesque part of the world and would like to make it known to as many people as possible. We will have the detailed program in English by the middle of next week accompanied with the rest of Calliope arts space activities. In the meantime, please feel free to contact us for further details and inform us if you want to receive a complete Press Release and photos. Thank you very much for your attention and for spreading the word! Dimirtris Psomadakis

 Guest rooms have air conditioning
 Luggage storage
 Credit cards accepted
 Facsimile services
 Access to internet
 Ironing facilities
 Kitchen
 Fully stocked mini bar
 Parking lot
 Private park, garden, courtyard
 Quiet surroundings
 Fridge
 Private/Ensuite bathroom
 Tea and coffee making facilities
 Phone at reception
 Phones in rooms
 TV sets in rooms
 Patio, summer terrace