Lygia is a traditional fishing village on the sheltered east coast of Lefkada, only about five kilometres south of Lefkada Town. Also spelled Ligia, it keeps the calm, unpretentious character of a working harbour, with a fishing fleet. Fish tavernas and boat rentals along the waterfront and a narrow, shady pebble beach with crystal-clear, calm … Read more
Avlakia is a small seaside village on the north coast of Samos, set between Kokkari to the west and Agios Konstantinos to the east. The settlement gathers around a little fishing harbour, a narrow pebble beach and a row of seafront fish tavernas. Homes climb the lower slope of Mount Ampelos behind a single coast … Read more
Skala Kallirachi is a harbour and traditional fishing village on the west coast of Thassos, 21 kilometres from the island capital of Limenas. Roughly 600 residents live here, most of them tied to the sea rather than to the tourist trade. Fishing boats, small craft and sailboats fill a large sheltered harbour equipped with water … Read more
Skala Marion, a tranquil fishing village on the west coast of Thassos, offers a glimpse into authentic Greek island life. Known for its picturesque harbour lined with brightly painted fishing boats, Skala Marion is a haven for those seeking peace away from bustling resorts. This charming village, originally developed as the coastal settlement for the … Read more
Sissi is a small traditional fishing village and low-key resort on the north coast of Crete, set in the Lasithi region east of Malia and close to Milatos. A pretty little harbour lined with fish tavernas and cafes forms its heart, framed by low cliffs, with small sandy and rocky coves close by. The atmosphere … Read more
Karavostamo sits on the north coast of Ikaria, east of the port town of Evdilos. The village ranks among the island’s most populous and authentic settlements. It spreads across a green, well-watered slope that runs down to a small fishing harbour and a pebble-and-sand beach. Springs and running water feed terraced gardens and orchards on … Read more
Manganitis is a small fishing village on the rugged south coast of Ikaria, in the north Aegean. The settlement sits under steep cliffs beside a tiny harbour, far from the busier resorts on the island’s north. A handful of tavernas serve fresh fish beside moored boats, and the pace here feels remote and unhurried. Travellers … Read more
Moutsouna sits on the wild, unspoilt east coast of Naxos, a small fishing village that most visitors reach only after a slow, scenic drive over the island’s mountains. It faces the open Aegean, with a sheltered bay, a handful of houses, a short beach and a couple of tavernas serving the day’s catch. Once the … Read more
Agia Anna sits on the sunny southwest coast of Naxos, a short hop south of Agios Prokopios and only a couple of kilometres from Naxos Town. Once a modest fishing village, it has grown into a relaxed seaside resort while keeping its small-scale, family-friendly character intact. The pace here is gentle: a compact harbour with … Read more
Emborios on Milos is a tiny fishing village of syrmata boat houses with a beloved seaside taverna, a pirate past and quiet beaches on the southwest bay. Plan village visits and tours through My Greece Tours. Emborios is one of the most peaceful corners of the Milos travel guide. The sections below cover the village, … Read more