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Korakas Beach (Rodakino)

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20°C

It is the first beach located at the mouth of a now largely dry river, that runs through a steep gorge descending from Mount Kryoneritis (Cold Water). Its name was taken from some rocks which prior to erosion could be interpreted as a crow’s beak.

It is a large beach with small pebbles, black sand and shallow very clear water. At the east end are some impressive cliffs and caves, whilst the west has trees and shade. A well-enough organized beach, it boasts sunbeds, umbrellas and showers, as well as tavernas, cafés and rooms to rent.

During the Cretan revolt of 1866 against Ottoman rule, Greek cruisers used the beach to unload ammunition supplies.

Korakas and its neighbouring beach of Klimata to the east are separated by a large hill.

Characteristics

Τύπος Παραλίας

Λεπτό βότσαλο

Υπηρεσίες Διαμονής

Ναι

Υπηρεσίες Εστίασης

Ναι

Άλλες Υπηρεσίες

Ναι

Γυμνισμός

Όχι

Relevant Routes and Trails

Environmental Indicators

CHOOSE DESTINATION

Accessibility

For the Rural Greece accessibility is fundamental to enhancing an inclusive tourism experience. Following the principles of inclusion and equality, the epaithros Rural Tourism Network and its member businesses are constantly working to enhance the tourism services provided, ensuring that all visitors have the opportunity to experience the authentic beauty of the Greek countryside.

Sustainability

Sustainability in tourism refers to a way of developing tourism that respects and protects the environment while strengthening the local economy and preserving cultural traditions. The aim of sustainable tourism is to provide unique and authentic experiences for visitors without harming the natural and social environment, while ensuring that local communities benefit from tourism activity.

This type of tourism is based on three pillars:

  1. Environmental sustainability: preserving the natural landscape and ecosystems, with actions to reduce pollution, energy consumption and waste.
  2. Economic sustainability: supporting local economies, strengthening small businesses and creating jobs, while respecting the region's natural resources.
  3. Social sustainability: respecting local culture and traditions, strengthening social cohesion and ensuring that tourism activities benefit the quality of life of local people.

With sustainable tourism, visitors can have authentic experiences, knowing that the impact of tourism on the region is positive and lasting for future generations.

Locality

For Rural Greece, localism is one of the most important factors for the development of sustainable tourism, as it promotes a strong link between the tourism product and the local society, economy and culture. Through localism, visitors get the opportunity to explore authentic elements of the destination, such as local products, traditions and culture. This not only boosts the local economy, but also helps to sustain and strengthen local businesses, creating new jobs and supporting the development of local communities.

Furthermore, localism contributes to the sustainability of the tourism sector, as it reduces the use of resources from other regions and encourages the use of local goods and services, reducing the ecological footprint of tourism activities. Thus, integrating localism into tourism practices enhances sustainability awareness, both among visitors and local businesses, creating a more responsible and sustainable tourism destination.