The city of Chios or else Chora, as it's most commonly being called, is the most crowded area of the island and at the same time the administrative, cultural and commercial centre but also the main port. Located almost at the midst of the east shoreline of the island, gazes at the coast of Minor Asia. The coastal pedestrian street of the main harbour, the quay, is one of the most busy spots of the city, day to nifht, with cafeterias, bars, taverns and restaurants.