Beach, Beach, Beach

Today is Beach Day.  It is rainy and dreary.  We started at Red Beach.  It is a bit of a hike to get to the beach but very doable.  The beach has red lava rocks which is different from the typical black volcanic rock on most beaches here.

 

Our next detour was the Southern tip of the island to the lighthouse.  I ventured out onto the “point” and felt on top of the world.

The Akrotiri Lighthouse is among the oldest lighthouses in this part of the world and was constructed way back in 1892. The lighthouse of Akrotiri is conspicuous by its square shaped tower that looms above 30 feet from the lighthouse warden’s house. Initially, the lighthouse was operated by petrol fuel. But with the introduction of electricity in the year 1988, it has been operated electronically and reportedly emits a radiant white light at intervals of 20 seconds.

Beach #2, Vlychada.  This was a recommendation from Maria, the owner of our Cave House.  This is a beach where you really have to go into the water, turn around and look back at the cliffs.  They are sculpted by the wind.  I bet it would be a sight to see at night.

Beach #3, Kamari.  This is an organized beach full of restaurants, gift shops, beach umbrellas (for a fee).  We had a delicious lunch of Grilled Sardines and White Eggplant, yummmm!!!

Last stop of the day, Sagalas Winery.  This vineyard produces 13 types of wine and you can taste them all for 14 Euros.  It was a beautiful spot to enjoy the sun and be surrounded by the vineyards, colorful flowers and cacti.