Tree of Life
Ce qu'en disent les visiteurs
A very nice shop with very special and tasteful things! The owner is very kind and available to explain in detail the origin of each item!!! Many congratulations and well done!!!!
Super nice and helpful man. The anklets were just a tad too small, and he made them a bit bigger for us within half a day—what great service!
À propos
Nichée près du charmant village balnéaire de Petra sur la côte nord de Lesbos, l’Arbre de Vie offre aux visiteurs une pause accueillante le long de l’une des étendues les plus pittoresques de l’île. Petra elle-même est célèbre pour son imposant rocher monolithique couronné par l’église de la Vierge au Doux Baiser, et la région environnante attire les voyageurs qui apprécient la découverte sans hâte, le caractère local et les rythmes plus tranquilles de la vie égéenne. L’Arbre de Vie s’inscrit naturellement dans cet esprit, servant de point de rassemblement où la chaleur de l’authentique hospitalité grecque rencontre la beauté de la côte nord.
Que vous fassiez une halte pour vous rafraîchir, découvrir des produits locaux ou simplement pour un moment de répit, il y a quelque chose de réparateur dans un lieu dont le nom évoque l’enracinement et l’abondance. Le nord de Lesbos est fertile et luxuriant comparé à d’autres parties de l’île, façonné par les oliveraies, les traditions de pêche et un paysage qui soutient les communautés depuis des millénaires. Une visite à l’Arbre de Vie relie les voyageurs à cette façon plus lente et plus ancrée de découvrir l’île, plutôt que de se précipiter d’un site à l’autre.
Pour ceux qui explorent Petra et les villages environnants, l’Arbre de Vie constitue une étape naturelle. Il représente ce type de petit commerce de caractère qui donne une âme à une destination, offrant quelque chose au-delà du transactionnel, une raison de s’attarder, de discuter et de repartir en se sentant plus connecté à l’endroit que vous êtes venu découvrir.
Avant de partir
À quoi s'attendre
Tree of Life se trouve au cœur du village de Petra, à quelques pas du rocher monolithique qui domine la silhouette du bourg et accueille une église à son sommet. C'est l'arrêt idéal pour savourer un café ou découvrir des produits locaux, tandis que le rythme posé de la côte nord vous enveloppe. Le paysage verdoyant d'oliveraies alentour confère à l'endroit une atmosphère authentique et loin des sentiers battus.
Quand y aller
De fin avril à début octobre pour profiter des meilleures conditions ; mai et juin offrent une visite plus calme avant l'affluence estivale à Petra.
Comment s'y rendre
Depuis Mytilène, prenez la route principale vers le nord en direction de Kalloni, puis continuez jusqu'à Petra — le trajet dure environ 50 à 60 minutes. Petra est bien indiquée et Tree of Life se trouve à l'intérieur du village.
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Visitor Reviews
Κυριακος Ξενουδακης
August 2025
A very nice shop with very special and tasteful things! The owner is very kind and available to explain in detail the origin of each item!!! Many congratulations and well done!!!!
Owner Response
Thank you very much for your review! Always at your disposal.
Freja Tousgaard Andersen
July 2025
Beautiful store with nice ceramics and jewelry - but! The store owner was disrespectful and quite rude, making the visit pretty uncomfortable. I found something in the store and asked if he could do a lower price, as anybody would do in Greece - I’ve visited the country 10+ times and it has never been a problem anywhere. The owner, instead of just saying no or the price is not negotiable, said “If you want a lower price, go to Thailand” with a sour face - I was quite surprised and thought I had heard him wrong, so he repeated and added that I needed to show respect. I simply said that it was alright, no thanks, and left the store with a smile. Wouldn’t recommend - I hope he sells enough to be able to go to Thailand one day, it’s quite nice there.
Owner Response
Thanks for your observations and the misleading story. Asking with your way to give discount at something with 7 euro doesn't leave much room for discussion, especially after long hours of work. In Greece, we value hospitality and respect — both given and received. Negotiation is always welcome when it's done politely, but disrespect towards our country or our work doesn't leave much room for conversation. And Thailand is a wonderful country and we will go again gladly.
Vera Pijnenburg
June 2025
Super nice and helpful man. The anklets were just a tad too small, and he made them a bit bigger for us within half a day—what great service!
Owner Response
Thanks for your good words. Hope to see you again to our shop. Happy to serve you again.
Mr k ReMa
September 2023
Friendly and helpful owner, nice shop
Owner Response
Thanks a lot. Hope to see you again.
Alida
September 2022
It's a wonderful shop. A place where you can find carefully selected, valuable pieces. Among the products are handmade jewelry by the famous Greek designer Alexandra Tsoukala. I bought earrings from her collection; they immediately attract attention! The shop owner, Mr. Fotis, is also a cultured and pleasant person to talk to. I highly recommend visiting if you ever find yourself in Petra.
Owner Response
Thanks for your wonderful words.
ersavas
July 2022
great shop with a nice boss! dont forget my tiger eyes boss :))
Owner Response
Thanks for your review. We won't forget them. We cherish our costumers
Laura Smith
June 2022
Lovely owner! I bought a beautiful skirt made out of recycled saris, and my sister bought pottery decorations for her kitchen. He sells work by locals, and it is all very beautiful.
Owner Response
Thanks for your grading. Happy to see you again!
Jeroen Grendelman
June 2022
Very nice people. We bought some beautiful ceramics.
Owner Response
Thanks you very much. Hope to see you again
Rosie Norton
May 2022
Love this shop. Last year I bought a beautiful kaftan and a ring. Looking forward to shopping again later this month. Oh, and the owner is a charming man. A must visit.
Owner Response
Thanks for your preference. Hope to see you again.
Daniella vdf De Decker
September 2020
Beautiful things to buy, and a very very kind man 👍🍀
Owner Response
Thanks for your kind words
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