Mastic villages are unique settlements located on the Greek island of Chios. These villages are famous for producing mastic, a resin obtained from the mastic tree, which has been harvested for centuries. The cultivation and harvesting of mastic are traditional practices that have shaped the local economy and culture. The architecture of mastic villages is distinctive, featuring narrow streets and stone houses designed to protect the mastic trees from raiders. The villages, such as Mesta and Pyrgi, are known for their medieval charm and are often visited by tourists interested in the history and production of mastic.