These stunning beaches are found on Greek islands but look like they're… from another planet.
Some have red or black sand, while others captivate with their otherworldly beauty and strange formations that could be a backdrop for a fantasy film. These beaches are found on Greek islands yet they seem to be from another planet! We've selected and present some of the most distinctive and unusual beaches in Greece. Which ones have you visited so far?
Red Beach, Santorini
Near the archaeological site of Akrotiri lies perhaps the most famous beach of Santorini: the much-photographed Red Beach. The red of the cliffs, the blue of the sea, and an impressive blend of white, black, and red sand create a striking palette of colors in this rare island landscape. You can reach the beach either on foot from the small port of Akrotiri or by boats departing from Kamari, Akrotiri, and Perissa.
Vlychada, Santorini
The Vlychada beach is one of Santorini's largest beaches and is located in the island's southern part, 11 kilometers from Fira. The tall, white volcanic cliffs that surround it and reach almost to the sea resemble a scene from a science fiction film. They're nature's creations, sculpted over the centuries by rain and wind. The beach has fine black sand and dark pebbles and is organized at its beginning.
Xi, Kefalonia
One of the most distinctive beaches of Kefalonia, Xi lies in the Palliki area, south of Lixouri. Its deep-red sand and clay cliffs create a landscape unique in Greece. Here you can enjoy a natural, free spa treatment, as the gray clay of the ground helps cleanse and tighten the skin.
Mavra Volia, Chios
In the southern part of Chios and, more specifically, about 30 km from the town and 5 km from the famed village of Pyrgi, you'll find the island's most famous beach and one of the Aegean's most distinctive. The Mavra Volia beach is a unique sight, as its large black pebbles resulted from the eruption of a nearby (now inactive) volcano in antiquity. The waters are crystal clear with a deep, dark blue hue due to the black pebbles.
Sarakiniko, Milos
The "lunar" beach of Milos is one of the most photographed landscapes in the Aegean. Chalk-white volcanic rocks plunge into the emerald sea, creating small and large caves. You'll find a small sandy patch, but mainly beautiful rocks to spread your towel on and dive into the crystal-blue waters. Sarakiniko is on Milos's north coast and is about 30 minutes from Adamas.
