To visit Greece and miss the picturesque sun-bathed Greece Islands will be a sin. Although Greece has much to offer, one of the major tourist attractions had always been the islands. The country of Greece is divided into two sections like the mainland area and the rugged stony coastline which has a charm of its own.
Some of the important islands of Greece are Cyclades Islands , Ionian Islands, Saronic Islands , Sporades Islands , Doecanese Islands , Eastern Aegean Islands and Crete being the most famous of the lot. The total length of the coastline is 13,676 km and the whole of the indented coastline are simply breathtaking. There is ample scope for out-door activities like sailing, scuba diving, windsurfing, kitesurfing and various watersports. It is possible to stay in hotels or if one prefers the unconventional sort they can stay at apartments, villas, studios and share rooms which are cheap. Intra-island travelling is easy with bikes and cars . It is time to relive history with the museums, splendid architecture and take a stroll down the stone-paved ways. Customized bookings are done in case there is special preference for any kind of island. All the islands are renowned for the lovely beaches. The “private beaches ” in these islands are quite famous and are a favorite haunt for the rich and the famous. Most of the islands are accessible either through flights or by the ferry system.
The beaches of Mykonos remain crowded during the peak seasons because of the sport facilities that include surfing and yachting. Other than that all the holidayers can party all night long or simply enjoy the calm and the peace of the place by not just doing anything. One needs a private car or a motorbike to reach the beaches which are named like Paradise, Super Paradise , Platis Yialos, Psarou and Ornos . The island will look beautiful if one cruises along the coastline or just hire a car to take a journey down the historical timeline to view the Cycladic architecture . One should not miss the opportunity of visiting The Archaeological Museum of Delos, The Folklore Museum or The Maritime Museum . Direct international charter flights are available for Mykonos .
Santorini Island is another renowned island. Santorini derives its name from “strongili” which means circular in Greek. The volcanic eruption that took place centuries ago gave birth to an islet in basin of water surrounded by looming cliffs. Santorini is known for the awesome beaches which are known for their unusual colors. The most famous among them is the red beach which contains red and black volcanic rocks . The startling beaches of Perissa and Kamari have a spread of black sandy beaches. All the beaches are a favorite haunt for the adventure-lovers, because of their taverns, cafes, bars and beach-bars. One can take a flight, or catch a ferry from the ports of Piraeus or Rafina located near Athens . Santorini is known for its vibrant night-life and some of the clubs and discos are located in Fira and Oia. The traditional local architecture is reflected in the hotels, villas and traditional houses. Some of the most beautiful samples are found in Fira, Oia, Firostefani and Immerovigli .
Another major attraction of Greece is the Rhodes Island . It s the largest island in Dodecanese and reminds of the medieval culture of the past. It presents a plethora of impressive archeological ruins, Byzantine churches , interesting Venetian fortresses and the most amazing beaches of the world. Some of the most popular swimming pools are found in the beaches of Rhodes like Afandou and Kalathos . Luxury cruise trips around the island are something not to be missed at any cost. Alexia Hotel is the most luxurious hotel on the island. The villages of Rhodes and Lindos are some of the most famous spots of the island.
The magical islands are ready to entice all with their crystal-blue waters, lovely beaches and an array of architectural splendor, some of them remnants of the glorious history.
