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land of deer” in Greek] is re- 6. KOLOKITHA
nowned all around the globe. Known for its fine white sand
In fact, it made the top 25 most and calm waters, this secluded
beautiful beaches in the entire cove is made even more beau-
world in 2019 in Trip- Advisor’s tiful by the surrounding ancient
Choice Awards for its pink cor- olive groves and wheat fields.
al sand and crystalline waters. As it is very popular – especial-
You can get there by boat from ly in the peak summer months
Palaiochora or by car. There are due to the excursion boats – we
cantinas and water sports fa- recommend you visit early in
cilities on the beach opposite the morning or late in the af-
Elafonisi, while the islet itself ternoon. Remember to take an Elafonisi has
been ranked
features white sand and many umbrella as the beach isn’t or- in the top 21
beaches in the
cedar trees, and can only be ganized and the only natural entire world.
reached by crossing the reef shade is provided by a hand- It owes its pink
hue to millions
on foot. ful of tamarisk trees. of tiny seashells.

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