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Where is the clearest water in Crete?

Elafonissi beach Located on the southwestern side of Crete, Elafonissi is a fantastic beach with exotic crystal waters.



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Where in Greece has the clearest water? If clear water is what you're after, head to Balos Beach in Crete, which has some of the clearest water in Greece. What's better, Corfu or Crete? Both Corfu and Crete have incredible Greek beaches.

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What makes Balearic Islands and Caribbean sea water much clearer than the rest of the world's seas and oceans? White sand, no silt and shallow water are the main reasons for the pale blue/green colour of the carribean waters.

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Chania Town is probably the most beautiful town in Crete. The Old Town of Chania, with the evident Medieval style, is a wonderful place to walk around, lined up with elegant Venetian mansions.

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Best Place in Crete to Stay for First-Timers: Chania Easily the prettiest city on the island, Chania features a gorgeous harbor strung with sea-facing tavernas with a warren of pedestrian-only backstreets paved with pretty sandstone setts in the Old Town.

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Myrtos Beach, Kefalonia: Myrtos Beach is an enchanting beach located on the northwest coast of the Greek island of Kefalonia.It is widely regarded as one of the most stunning beaches in Greece and has earned a reputation for its dramatic cliffs, crystal-clear turquoise waters, and pristine white pebbles.

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This glorious blue colour is due partly to the reflection of the blue skies and partly to the fact that the sea does not contain large quantities of solid matter such as plankton, mud and dust floating in the water. The way in which the Greek Sea sparkles is like no other the world over.

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This means that even when the north coast is uncomfortably windy, the south coast may be calm and pleasant. The exception to this is where gorges and valleys channel the north winds, which can create areas of intense winds at certain spots along the coast. This is especially true at Frangokastello and Plakias Bay.

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The unusual pink sand of Elafonisi Beach is the result of bright red pigments in the crushed microorganisms of the local waters mixing with the originally white sand grains on shore. Most of Elafonisi Beach consists of white sand—this pink coloration is best seen along the waterline.

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Known as one of the clearest lakes in the world, Rotomairewhenua in New Zealand is estimated to have a visibility of almost 80 meters. Blue Lake's water is so clean, its clarity is comparable to distilled water. The blue-violet hues of the lake are a natural phenomenon that only occur in such clear water.

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Elounda Gulf Villas has just earned it's place in my top 5 favourites and here's why. Elounda is a beautiful simple fishing village in the North of Crete. Over the years it's attracted the worlds rich and famous with the likes of Lady Gaga, Leonardo DiCaprio and the Saudi Royal Family choosing to holiday here.

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South Crete is generally a couple of °C warmer (but water temperatures are roughly similar). The east of the island, has less rain than the north and especially the north-west.

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10 Places in Crete Only Locals Know
  • The Agrotouristic Village of Vamos.
  • Zacharioudakis Winery.
  • Islet of Gavdos.
  • The Fishing Village of Loutro.
  • Lefka Ori Mountains.
  • Kalogeros Beach.
  • Tromarisa Gorge.
  • Vreiko Cave.


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The coastal village of Makrigialos lies 24 km east of Ierapetra and 60 km south-east of Agios Nikolaos town, in the center of Kala Nera Bay. Because of its long stretch of sand and its crystalline blue waters, Makrigialos has become one of the most popular tourist resorts in the area.

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The Greek Isles are renowned for their breathtaking landscapes, ancient ruins, and vibrant culture. However, it is the pristine beaches that truly capture the essence of paradise. With their crystal-clear turquoise waters, golden sands, and stunning surroundings, the Greek Isles offer a beach lover's dream.

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