Islands are for solace. And no other archipelago stands up to the amount of peace and beauty offered by the Cyclades. Greece’s 230 inhabited isles out of a ravishing number of 1400 let you indulge in every experience possible, from the Ionian to the Albanian and the Dodecanese near Turkey! With each atoll exhibiting its own allure, the sheer variety of cultures in such a small radius is downright astonishing. You may have imagined all of Greece to be about cobblestone streets, white houses with blue domes and a simmering sea! But wait on, there is a lot more than just Santorini to this divine beauty.
So if you are all set to unwind the unmatched isles of Greece, begin with creating an itinerary with the best of the lot! Here are some of the best islands in Greece:
1. SANTORINI
This beautiful archipelago consisting of seven islands is full of surprises on every step you take! Beginning with a fun fact- It is said that the enigmatic sunk city of Atlantis was near these islands! The area itself has an adventurous aura, as it is an active volcano with its crater at sea. Known for its amazing sunset, the island of Santorni is a famous tourist attractionand a major wedding destination for couples from around the world (celebrities included)! Your photographs will be as romantic as your stay at this beautiful location. In that context, the picturesque village of Oia is nothing less than angelic. The picture perfect whitewashed houses, several of which are little boutique hotels with infinity pools serve as a canvas for those candid shots. It also has a row of stalls serving seafood; nothing less than time well spent on this island. If you have a craving of seafood, Perissa is the most famous part of Santorini, featuring countless taverns and restaurant serving seafood. You can easily spend a day here as you can get sunbeds and umbrellas on rent. This place is also known for its good water sport activities.
2. MYKONOS
A spellbinding attraction for tourists, it is known for the unequalled Cycladic architecture. Serving the best getaway places to look for, stroll in the narrow marble streets admiring the postcard-perfect, charming whitewashed houses and hidden churches. An informal tour to the Archaeological, Folklore and Maritime Museums will surely give your trip a historical turn. Wandering around the always colourful and busy shopping streets of the Hora and Matoyanni Street, lined with all those big brand honchos, charming cafés and stylish restaurants will make you realise the beauty of the modern world. Do visit the lively waterfront and admire fleets of fishing boats casting colourful reflections in the blue waters. Known as the “Island of the Winds”, it attracts water sport enthusiasts for wind surfing and sailing. Other than all this, the atoll is a paradise for all kinds of easy to difficult water activities.
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