samos is the birthplace of the greek philosopher and mathematician pythagoras, the philosopher epicurus, and the astronomer aristarchus of sámos, the first to propose that the earth revolves around the sun. follow their footsteps, and visit numerous archaeological sites ?the heraion of samos is a monument of world heritage?, old monasteries and churches, and attend cultural events and music festivals. the philosophy conference of the university of athens is also organised every year at pythagoreio. samos is an island extremely rich in vegetation with white-sand beaches, and traditional villages. the island is also known for the 'samiotiko krassí?, the sweet samian wine.
