Tag: Sarakinio

Milos, a gem in the Aegean Sea, is a Greek island that boasts its breathtaking beaches, not just in Greece but on a global scale. This paradise is a haven for those seeking either exotic beaches or landscapes that seem to be taken from another planet. As one of the most favored and beautiful islands in the Cyclades, Milos invites you to dive into its crystal-clear blue waters, a compelling reason for any traveler to visit. With numerous accommodations catering to all tastes, Milos promises summer holidays that will remain ...

Looking back at the history of the 6th and 7th centuries we can see the rich action of the Saracen pirates in Greece. Later they gradually expanded to Lower Italy but also to North Africa and Sardinia. With the term "Saracens", Greeks used to describe all Arab Muslims. The word comes from the term "sarkeyin", which in Arabic means East. But what do they have to do with the exotic beaches of Greece? These are beaches from which they passed using them either as a base or as a shelter. ...