4 Greek Islands To Add To Your Bucketlist
Surrounded by islands on all sides, Greece is the warm-weather destination you’re looking for in an island vacation in Europe. The Cyclades are on the spotlight this year, attracting more travelers than any other Greek island group, while Crete is also starring as a top destination.
Santorini
The cosmopolitan atmosphere, the volcanic landscape with breathtaking and romantic atmosphere that suffuses are just a few of the ingredients that have turned Santorini one of the most popular destinations in the Mediterranean. The impressive relief of the island is adorned with beautiful villages, whitewashed houses hanging from the cliffs.
The unique sea view, and the famous sunset over the Caldera enchant locals and travelers, who come from every corner of the world to exchange vows of eternal love in a fairytale landscape.
Mykonos
An ideal destination for those looking for endless entertainment, nightlife and luxurious amenities, Mykonos has always been a celebrity haven and hip travelers must. The island with two faces meet the needs of every traveler, since apart from countless options revelry, it also offers unique points of isolation and total relaxation.
The town of one of the most beautiful of the Cyclades welcomes you with its famous windmills and Little Venice, which will keep you cozy in the lap of the afternoon until the early morning.
Paros
One of the most picturesque islands of the Cyclades complex offers its visitors a spectacular scenery, sandy beaches with clear waters and endless fun! From the beautiful Parikia with its neoclassical mansions, the Venetian castle of the 13th century and one of the famous Notre Ekatontapyliani to the charming fishing village of Naoussa with its Venetian castle at the port, and Elm, built in a wooded landscape on the highest point of island, and Marpissa, a village with medieval structure, the island has a lot to show you.
Crete
The largest of the Greek islands, Crete is sometimes left off of travelers’ itineraries – don’t make the same mistake! Home to ancient ruins, towering gorges, and some of the most beautiful beaches in Europe, it has so much to offer. Plus, with frequent, affordable flights from Athens, it’s one of the most easily-accessible Greek islands.
A city that carries a long history and signs of different cultures, which left an indelible mark, Chania designated justly one of the most beautiful cities of Greece. The beautiful old harbor and the labyrinthine streets of the old city, with its impressive Venetian houses, fountains, traditional houses and picturesque streets will steal a piece of your heart.
Time travel will continue in the old Turkish quarter Splantzia, the Christian quarter Topana with Venetian elements, on the hill of Kastelli and Venetian shipyards.
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