Visit Falassarna Beach on Crete Island
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Crete often feels like it belongs in another world. Sure, it is part of Greece, but the culture here is distinct and its natives are fiercely proud of who they are. It is also an incredibly popular island for travelers and they enjoy spending time here so that they can enjoy the culture, see the sites, and spend time at the beaches.
However, since the island is so big, that means there are more beaches on the island than what most people have time to visit. Falassarna Beach, also referred to as Pacheia Ammos Beach , is one of those that you should absolutely make time for if you have the chance. Here’s more information about it:
Getting to Falassarna Beach on Crete
Falassarna Beach is located about 59 kilometers away from Chania, which is one of the main cities on Crete. It is even closer to the village of Kissimos, so if you’re staying in that area this beach should absolutely be a priority. It is also near the village of Platanos. Before you can head to the beach, however, you do need to make your way to the island. Crete is so big that you have plenty of options. You can take a ferry from some of the main ports in Greece. For example, there are direct ferries that depart from Piraeus all the time. The island also has its own airport.
Why Visit Falassarna Beach
There are several reasons why you would want to visit this beach. First of all, it is one of the prettiest beaches on the island. It is located in a physically beautiful setting with a few mountains that are close by. The beach is also made up of fine, soft sand, which makes it pleasant to walk on and lounge in. The sun here shines warm and bright and the beach is particularly well suited for swimming. It is an organized beach, as well, and you can easily find chairs and umbrellas to use. The one problem is that it can get windy at this beach, which means that it is probably a good idea to avoid swimming in the water during these days.
What to Do at the Beach
As mentioned above, this beach is incredibly gorgeous and completely worth visiting. Here’s a look at some of the activities you can do while at the beach:
- Swim in the water. This beach is great for swimming. For the most part, the mountains shield the winds, but sometimes it does get windy. You should avoid swimming when the winds are strong.
- Bathe in the sun. This is a great beach to soak up the sun, especially during the peak summer months. Be sure to arrive early enough to secure one of the chairs or umbrellas.
- Enjoy water sports. You can also enjoy water sports here, such as diving, snorkeling, and even kaykaing.
While on the island of Crete, you will want to take the time to visit Falassarna Beach.
Categorized in: About Crete Greece, Greek Travel Guide
This post was written by Greek Boston
