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About Makry Gialos
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Scenic view of Makry Gialos, a coastal village in Crete, with a sandy beach, clear waters, and surrounding mountains.
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Holidays to Makry Gialos offer up traditional tavernas, sandy beaches and waterfront bars. It’s nestled in the most southern part of the island, so you can expect plenty of sunshine, along with lazy days spent dining on gorgeous Greek food and exploring the surrounding area.
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87827
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Sandy stretches

Makry Gialos translates as ‘long beach’, so you won’t have to fight with the hordes of holidaymakers here – there's plenty of space to lay down your towel. And with a shoreline that borders the Libyan Sea, you can expect warm water for swimming and snorkeling too.

Sensational sights

Kapsa Monastery and the Pefki Gorge are just two of Makry Gialos’ highlights. The monastery sits high on the cliff, enjoying amazing views over the Mediterranean Sea and Koufounissi Island opposite. Pefki Gorge is equally as picturesque, blanketed in pine trees and olive groves.