Samos (town)


Samos is a port town on the island of Samos in Greece. It is the capital of the municipality of Samos. It is also known as Kato Vathy, referring to its location below Vathy. In 2011, it had a population of 6,251.

History

The Town of Samos was built in the middle of 18th century as the port of Vathy. At first there were only depots for the necessities of the trade. Samos town was initially named Kato Vathy or Limenas Vatheos. Current name was given it in 1958. During 19th became the administration centre of the island. At that time, its population increased. After the union of Samos with Greece, Samos town remained the administrative centre of the island, as well as becoming the capital of the modern municipality of Samos.

Historical population

Description

Samos town is on the coast, very close to Vathy. Its houses are built in amphitheatrical formation, around the bay. In front of the settlement is the port of Samos with wharf of more than 150 meters length. Notable buildings in Samos are the old churches of Agios Nikolaos and Agios Spiridon, the town hall and the two statues.