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Echoes of Blue – a photographic guide to the beaches of Crete
Photographic Guide

Echoes of Blue

A unique journey through the beaches of Crete, with images that capture the island’s light, colours and natural beauty.

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With around 1,000 kilometres of coastline,
Mediterranean-scented scenery is entwined with Crete’s
outdoorsy way of life.

20 Top beaches | Tips | Balos | Chrissi | Elafonissi | Vai | Preveli | Agiofarago | Sea Sports | Diving

Beaches

From the dunes of Elafonissi and Xerokambos to the turquoise waters of Kedrodasos and Chrissi, and from the secluded beaches in the wild gorges of Sfakia and the Asterousia Mountains to the sandy shores of Triopetra and Plakias, the coastline of Crete offers exceptional variety. The lagoons of Balos and Elounda, the palm groves of Preveli and Vai, the pine-fringed beaches near Ierapetra, secluded rocky coves and long organised sandy beaches complete the island’s coastal landscape.

Sykies beach

Sykies beach

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Sykiés Beach is located in a remote area west of Kavousi in Ierapetra, and just north of Agriomandra Beach. Above the beach stand a few fig trees, which reveal the presence of moisture in the ground.

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Malavra beach at Kavoussi

Malavra beach at Kavoussi

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Malavra is located 26km east of Agios Nikolaos and east of Tholos Beach. It is known for its abundant freshwater springs, which cloud the sea and, according to one version, gave Tholos its name.

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Παραλία Λεγάμενης στο Καβούσι

Legameni beach

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The beaches of Legameni are located north of the village of Kavousi. These are two small coves, nestled among rocky formations, exuding a sense of complete tranquility and seclusion.

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Παραλία Ανάληψη

Analipsis beach

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Analipsi beach is located in the Makrygialos area, 58 km southeast of Agios Nikolaos and 23 km east of Ierapetra, in the periphery of the community of Pefki. It is located near the outlet of the stream that flows through the lush green gorge of Pefki.

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Lygidi beach at Kalo Nero

Lygidi beach

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The tiny beach of Lygidi is located next to the seaside settlement of Kalo Nero, near the Kapsa Monastery, 68km southeast of Agios Nikolaos and 33km east of Ierapetra. It forms a natural boundary between the communities of Lithina and Perovolakia in the province of Sitia.

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Vlychades beach at Livari

Vlychades beach at Livari

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The beach is protected by cliffs and accessed by a break that creates a stream about halfway through. Nearby are the beach's two only tamarisk trees, where you can usually find shade (if they are not already taken).

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Thodoris beaches (Limanakia)

Thodoris beaches

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Thodoris beaches, also knows as Limanakia, is located 71 km southeast of Agios Nikolaos and 36 km east of Ierapetra, just before we reach Botzalaki beach near Goudouras. It is a series of three different wonderful pebble beaches with crystal clear waters.

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