Regardless of its measurement, the small island of Chrysi has masses to supply to those that enterprise on it.
Also referred to as Chrissi, however dubbed by Greeks “Gaidouronisi”, which implies donkey island, Chrysi is uninhabited and may solely be reached by sea from both Ierapetra or Myrtos.
Its lack of residents and infrastructures for vacationers, which implies guests can solely stroll round Chrysi and may’t depend on roads and automobiles, have helped keep the island as a pristine paradise.
Mendacity within the Libyan Sea, this practically flat island boasts small seashores, together with Belegrina Seaside, the place guests can admire the pinkish hue of the sand created by thousand-year-old fossilised sea shells.
Chrysi is not only excellent for a seaside day, as it’s residence to the small church of Agios Nikolaos, courting again to the thirteenth century, Roman graves, Minoan ruins and an previous lighthouse.
Whereas the shoreline is dotted with small seashores, Chrysi’s inner space is roofed by a shocking forest of juniper bushes.
The distinctive and fragile ecosystem on the island has granted it a spot within the NATURA 2000 programme, a European initiative defending locations of pure magnificence and ecological curiosity.
Whereas vacationers can solely spend a couple of hours on the island, lots of those that go to it extremely advocate a visit to Chrysi.
Taking to journey recommendation board Tripadvisor, one wrote: “That is by far one of the best place to go to in Crete. It combines Elafonissi, Balos, Falassarna, all the wonder you’ll find collectively on this place. HIGHLY beneficial.
“Some folks will complain about this or that, however these individuals are those who simply complain about nearly something, I’ve been there 3 instances and it was value all the best way.”
One other mentioned: “Undoubtedly well worth the ferry to this island! The water was crystal clear and heat. The views throughout have been breathtaking! One of the vital stunning seashores I’ve been to!”