Greek Beaches
Santorini

Greece, Santorini Red Beach.

Santorini [Thira], Red Beach.

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Very different from other beaches in Greece due to its red volcanic stones, Red Beach is hardly a great place to hang out but the only other options in Santorini are characterless black sand/pebble beaches. At least this one has some good looking rocks around, crystal clear water and locals have taken the trouble to cover the hot little stones with wood shavings so barefeet don't shrivel and die.
At the far end of the beach is a little café. The beach is quite a few miles from the island's main attractions around the caldera's [volcanic bowl] lip so private transport will be required.
Most travellers visit Santorini to see the towns perched on the edge of the sleeping volcano, Fira and Oia. The latter is more attractive than the former which has partially ruined its spectacular view by permitting shops to build on the razor's edge. One decent shake and a million dollars of jewellery is going for a fast slide, and that time may not be so far away. This is, after all, the probable site of the Atlantis legend, and the volcano is by no means dead.

Greek Beaches Santorini

Greek Beaches
Santorini