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By the small settlement and the beach are on every side numerous small coves with pebbles: one is larger, with the same sorts of pebbles and plenty of rocks in the crystal-clear water.
The beach is secluded, tucked well into the tall cliffs and rocks that hide it from the common gaze .. and so make it a desired destination for all those in search of solitude and relaxation, and for the nudists too.
Continuing the tour through these beaches east of Ierapetra, the next up is Achlia.
A lovely, quiet and sheltered spot, it enjoys the usual calm crystal-clear blue-green waters and sand; all around much greenery flourishes.
It is an organized beach, with plentiful umbrellas, sunbeds and opportunities for water-sports. On the beachfront are enough rent-rooms and tavernas.
The next beach to the east, a little before the area of Makrigialos, is that of Mavros Kolymbos.
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