Holidays to Milos

There is a lovely, if steep, walk down from Plaka - via ancient Christian catacombs - to the photogenic fishing hamlet of Plaka below (some remains of the old Roman port here can be seen beneath the waves). In Tripiti, the view from the Greco/Roman amphitheatre is breathtaking.

There are over 70 beaches on the island, and our featured village of Pollonia has its own sweep of sand shaded by tamarisk trees, with more beaches to either side. A charming fishing village, Pollonia is renowned for the excellence of its restaurants (four of the island's best are to be found here). The offshore islets of Kimolos and Polyegos are easily reached by boat and up to 9 buses run daily to the main port of Adamas and Plaka.

Several ancient paths traverse the island, uncovering ever more secluded beaches. Particularly noteworthy is the unique lunarlike region of Sarakiniko, with its white volcanic beaches and pale smooth rocks, crystal waters, deep-set caves and monumental outcrops and pillars.

Something of a geological curiosity, the island provides a fascinating backcloth to any “around the island” boat trip, which is a must for every visitor.