Which Greek island has white sand beaches?

Kefalonia. Kefalonia sits between Greece and Italy in the Ionian islands group and it has one of the most impressive beaches in the world: Myrtos. But there is definitely more to Myrtos in Kefalonia as it is a very big island with lots of pine trees forests and beautiful villages and beaches with white sand.

What beach in Greece has pink sand?

Elafonisi BeachThe 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.

Which Greek island has pink sand?

While pink sand beaches are rare, Elafonisi Beach isn't the only pink sand beach in Crete. Balos Lagoon in the northwestern Kissamos region is also another popular option.

Which island in Greece has the best beaches?

Does Santorini have pink sand?

With its vivid blue water enclosed by red rock formations and red-pink volcanic pebbles and sand, Santorini's Red Beach (or Kokkini Paralia in Greek) is definitely one of the most unique and beautiful on the island.

Does Santorini have pink beaches?

These sandy shores owe their blush hue to crushed coral and shells mixed with white sand, resulting in a pinkish tinge. But this phenomenon, enchanting as it is, is not quite what you'll find in Santorini. Instead, the beaches here flaunt a more complex, earthier palette.

Why is Crete beach pink?

The impressive pink color of the sand in Elafonisi originates from the so-called Foraminifera shellfishes, which, when they complete their life cycle, leave behind their reddish shells which are crushed in the white sand and mix with it to produce this unique pink color.

Where is the nicest beaches in Greece?

In brief: The Greek islands with the best beaches are Crete, Mykonos, Naxos, Milos, Paros, Ios, Lefkada, Zakynthos, Rhodes, Karpathos and more. The best for families with kids are Agios Georgios in Naxos and Agios Nikitas in Lefkada. The best for partying are Paradise Beach in Mykonos and Pounda Beach in Paros.

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