Lemnos is the eighth largest island in Greece and the fourth in beach length (310 km). It is located in the northern Aegean Sea, between Mount Athos, Samothraki, Imvros and Lesvos. Together with Agios Efstratios they constitute the province of Lemnos in the prefecture of Lesvos. The capital and main port of Lemnos is Myrina.
Lemnos is a volcanic island. Although it has no forests, it has fertile plains cultivated with grain (wheat, barley etc) and vineyards. It also has wonderful beaches and is an island ideal for a quiet vacation. The main occupations of the inhabitants are animal husbandry, agriculture and fishing. Also tourism, trade and maritime professions. The population of the island is about 17,000 people.
