Folegandros, Greece: Relaxation and Peace with Crystal Clear Waters
9:00 AMFolegandros was where I slept the most, and since there wasn't much to do on that island, I also got some much needed recoup time that I desperately needed.
Church of Panagia (Virgin Mary)
Greece is a very spiritual country! All the islands I have visited, church and religion played a huge part. As you travel throughout Greece, you will see church scattered around, even on islands that don't have any inhabitants.
One of the main attractions of Folegandros is the church of Panagia, which is dedicated to the Virgin Mary, and is located on the very top of mountain and is an ever towering present to the city of Chora. Once you have entered the city square, it will just take you a couple minute to reach the path that is made of stone, which has a really cool zig-zag pattern. It takes about 15 minutes of climbing (even though it looks imitated at first) to reach the top and you are then greeted by the most gorgeous view at the church square. From the top of this hill, you really can see the entire island. The church is open to the public for touring between 18 to 21 military times, so don't try to attempt to go earlier than that.
The beaches were truly amazing here. Not only was the water crystal clear, but also had a range of colors from turquois to aqua, and the sand was an even bigger bonus because they were nice and soft.
I did not mention much of the temperatures of the ocean waters in my previous posts, but the ocean water temperature in Greece are SUPER cold. Once you got in the water, your body does adjust, but unfortunately for my friend, the water was just too cold to enjoy.
I want to note that I really want to do snorkeling in the near future, and I found that Folegandros would have been a great spot for a little snorkeling action. I don't want to do snorkeling alone, and my friend doesn't know how to swim, so I decided not to do it there. I just happen to notice while standing on one of their priers that the water was so clear and pretty, that you couldn't help but notice huge family of fishes in arrange of colors. That tells me alone that this island would have been great for snorkeling.
Chora Town
This town is very quiet and laid back. You will be done exploring this town in about 35 minutes. I also believe the main tourist are families and the older crowd because of it quaintness. They also happen to really like cats, so if you a cat lover, you will really love this island. Just keep in mind that they seem to operate between early mornings and late in the evenings.
I stayed in Folegandros for 2 days, and that was more than enough time to stay in that island. If you ever decided to do a Greece Island Hopping tour, and you enjoy peace, relaxation, and snorkeling, then I can recommend Folegandros. If you want a little more excitement and night light, then Folegandros is NOT your island.
My next and final stop was at Athens and I look forward to sharing my experience there....so stay tune.
33 comments
So beautiful and serene. Great photos! <3
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Thanks Anna!! It was really lovely over there!
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DeleteThe scenery is beautiful. The church is just wow, never seen anything like it. Stunning beach, it would be awesome to go snorkeling there, too bad your friend cant swim.
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Yeah it was too bad :(. Next time I have the opportunity I will be snorkeling and I will share it.
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DeleteBeautiful Church, architecture, the surrounding scenery of mountain, sea and rugged countryside! Other that the architecture it reminds me of So Cal! :)
ReplyDeleteClarity of the water is Breathtaking! Didn't know it (water) was cold there, knew the North Atlantic is ... that's bad too because have a cousin that lives in the heel of the boot of Italy! o_O Got your friends back, almost drown when I was 5, it took me along time to learn to swim and just barely enough to stay on top! Dang even got choked when I was Baptised! True!
Happy you had such a charming place to rest! Looking forward to Athens!
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Thanks Cheri, Athens post is coming tomorrow =).
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