Erato by Samian Mare

Karlovasi is a town, a municipal unit, and a former municipality on the island of Samos, North Aegean, Greece. Since the 2019 local government reform it is part of the municipality West Samos, of which it is a municipal unit and the seat. It is located on the northwest side of the island and it is considered the commercial center of the island. According to the 2021 census, the population of the municipal unit was 10,220 inhabitants. Its land area is 100.330 km2. The municipal unit shares the island of Samos with the municipal units of Vathy, Pythagoreio, and Marathokampos.

As you explore Karlovasi, you'll be transported to a world where history meets modernity. The town was once a thriving commercial center and home to a vibrant shipbuilding industry. Today, you can still see remnants of its glorious past in the form of old mansions, factories, and warehouses that dot the town's landscape.

One of the town's most notable landmarks is the Neo-classical Town Hall, which houses a museum that showcases the town's history and culture. The museum's exhibits include artifacts, photographs, and documents that tell the story of Karlovasi's past.