9Molyvos (Mithymna), Lesvos – Greece

Crowned by a medieval castle and cascading toward the Aegean, Molyvos is one of Greece’s most atmospheric towns — yet it remains largely overlooked. 

Cobblestone lanes wind past stone houses, artisan workshops, and flower-filled courtyards. The harbor remains active with fishing boats rather than tour boats, preserving a strong sense of everyday life.

Postcard moment: Sunset from the castle walls, as rooftops glow gold beneath the sea.