Greece dazzles in summer with its infinite shores, sands, and isles, both famous and hidden. Some of them are remarkable for their unique characteristics, their secluded access by boat, or their rich history. Many of them dot the Aegean Sea, while others adorn the Ionian Sea, offering perfect spots to bask in pristine waters on unspoiled beaches and often in solitude. Among these gems, there is a Greek island that boasts a single beach. It’s Sapientza! Do you want to discover its secrets? Absolutely!
Sapientza: The Greek island with a unique beach!
Sapientza, an island whose name may ring a bell, lies off the southwest shore of Messinia and is a small but lush isle. It enchants with its exotic charm and rare plants that beckon and tempt you to explore it further. If you plan to sail with your friends to some destinations by boat, then Sapientza is one of those wonders you should add to your itinerary this summer and you will thank us later. Even if you don’t have a boat trip in mind, you can still reach it in another way. You can access the island in the summer with tourist boats that depart from Methoni.
Sapientza, then, is a Greek island that flaunts a single beach. And it may be the only one on the isle but it is enough to captivate you from the first moment you lay eyes on it and dive into its waters. The beach of the island nestles in its northern part, practically facing Methoni, and is named Ammos. A small slice of paradise unfolds before you to savor!
Some more intriguing details about Sapientza
And you may already have been charmed by the sight of the unique beach with sparkling waters, but Sapientza has other peculiar and fascinating features! Did you know, for instance, that very close to it and specifically to its southwest lies the deepest point of the Mediterranean? You will hear it called the trench or pit of Oinousses and it has a depth of 5,121 meters.
Moreover, How did it get its name? This name was bestowed on it by the Venetians and means wisdom. And it was given to this island thanks to the strong maritime tradition of the time for safe journeys in the waters off Methoni. Finally, Sapientza still has something rare. It has the only evergreen broadleaf forest in the Mediterranean, which surpasses 10 meters in height. There are also bushy Mediterranean plants, such as arbutus or mastic. It is no wonder that it has been declared a protected monument of nature!
Did we persuade you to add it to the list for exploration?
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