Our country is full of enchanting landscapes and natural pools, each offering a unique experience.
Here is a list of our four favourites.
Giola, a Natural Pool with Crystal Clear Water
Located on the coast, Giola, a natural pool with crystal-clear water, captivates visitors with its "unearthly" appearance. Formed over centuries by the waves and surrounded by rocks, it looks like an oasis with green waters reaching a depth of 3 meters. An ideal spot for diving, Giola, in addition to its beauty, is also famous for the legends surrounding it. According to mythology, Zeus created the "pool" for Aphrodite to bathe in, or that it is the "all-seeing eye" of Zeus, through which he watched over his lover.
Seitan Limania: The "Cursed Ports" of Crete
In Chania (Crete), the Seitan Limania ports, also known as the "Cursed Ports", hide an exotic beauty. A strip of sea penetrates between secluded rocky slopes, forming a series of bays. One of them hides a beach with sand and transparent blue water. Seitan Limania beach, surrounded by wild cliffs that provide protection from the wind, is ideal for rest and relaxation.
Gala: Where the Water Turns Milky White
Gala beach on Koufonisia stands out for its indescribable beauty. A cliff adjoins the beach, forming a small bay with white sand. The milky color of the water, from which it got its name, is due to the filtration of water through the stones. While swimming, you can explore the Xylobatis caves and the "Devil's Eye".
Sarakiniko: A Lunar Landscape in Milos
The Sarakiniko baths on Milos amaze the imagination. Huge white rocks, formed by salt water, rise above the sea, creating a lunar landscape of unique beauty. Water washes over volcanic rocks that have been shaped by wind and waves for millennia, creating one of the most unique beaches in the world. Sarakiniko, ideal for outdoor recreation and diving in crystal clear water, will give you an unforgettable experience.
