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Places To Visit In Halkidiki

Possidi Beach

Located in the famous village of Possidi, Possidi Beach is a beautiful sandy beach ideal for kids and families. It is one of the most beautiful beaches in Greece, with a view of Mount Olympus. It is a 10 km long strip of land that gets covered by turbulent waters in winter and recedes to reveal the peninsula in summer. The view of the sunset is magnificent and very picturesque.

Sarti Beach is one of the most famous beaches of Sithonia and one of the longest beaches in Halkidiki. It has been awarded the ‘Blue Flag’ award for maintaining its kilometres-long vast stretch of soft yellow and white sand. It offers a direct view of Mount Athos. There is a beautiful promenade with plenty of bars and restaurants. There are beach bars that add to the organization of the beach with its apt facilities like sunbeds, umbrellas, and water sports like diving and snorkelling. The depth of the waters is perfect, not too shallow nor too deep, and it has a consistent sandy bottom for people to have fun in. Despite its popularity, its extensive area offers good privacy for people to find quiet spots, lay their equipment and relax for however long they wish to. Read More

Halkidiki is known for its endless variety of beaches and is a popular destination for snorkelling. Some of the popular snorkelling sites are Prassou Beach, Orange Beach, Kalamitsi Beach, Porto Koufo Beach, Armenistis Beach, Koviou beach, Kriaritsi Beach, and more. Their crystal-clear waters and picturesque views add to the beauty of the experience.

The Temple of Ammon Zeus is one of the most popular and important temples located in the Kallithea region of Halkidiki. It is well-organized, and it dates back to 400 BC. There is an excavated archaeological park whose ruins were first discovered in the 1960s. There is also a sanctuary of Dionysus and a bathhouse, dating back to 1000 BC and 400 AD, respectively. The temple of Zeus Ammon was discovered in the excavation of 1969-70 with an inscription that connected the temple to the god. Ever since then, it has seen a lot of tourists every year because of its rich historical significance. The place also offers knowledgeable guides that are well-versed in the history of the place and provides a complete experience to the visitors. The area also has informative boards that make navigating the site easier. Read More

The Thermal Spa of Agia Paraskevi is a modern spa located on the top of a cliff overlooking the vast Aegean Sea. Its healing water gushed forth from the earth’s core. It has revitalization properties for the body and the spirit because of its special chemical composition, which includes substances with uncommon sanative powers. It offers treatment, revivification, and relaxation with swimming pools, saunas, hammams, and hydromassage.