It is located just off the east coast of Attica (near Athens), in the Aegean Sea, and is separated from the mainland by a narrow strait (Euripos, near the capital, Chalkis).
Thanks to bridges and short ferry crossings, it is very easily accessible from Athens (often within 1.5–2 hours).
Evia is elongated (approximately 180 km long), mountainous with forests, but also offers fertile plains, beautiful beaches, thermal springs, and picturesque mountain villages.
It is much less touristy than the traditional Greek islands and therefore popular with Greeks themselves for a peaceful, authentic holiday.
The main towns are: Chalkis (the capital, with the famous reverse tidal current in the Euripos);
Eretria (archaeological site and ferry port);
Karystos and Limni.
In short: a diverse, green, and authentic island with nature, history, beaches, and little mass tourism – ideal if you're looking for "real Greece" close to Athens.
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