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@chryptof 1 June 2020

Greece - Islands - Cyclades - Amorgos - Beaches: Aegiali Beach. Aegiali Beach is a very beautiful long (about 1km) sandy beach just a few minutes walking outside of the village center. The waters are very clear and shallow and are so very suitable for families with smaller children. The temperatures are warm but because of the smooth, fresh sea breeze the feeling remains comfortable. There are also a lot of pine trees planted by the border of the beach so you can find some shady moments in the (after)noon. Throughout the day it remains relatively calm here but towards the evening people come here to enjoy the sunset. After that the people gather in the many taverns, restaurants and bars that are found in the direct neighborhood of the beach. **QUICK DETAILS**: **LOCATION**  : 36°54'16.2"N 25°58'38.3"E (36.9045078 25.9773016). **TYPE**            : SAND. **FACILITIES** : https://www.google.com/maps/place/36%C2%B054'16.2%22N+25%C2%B058'38.3%22E/@36.9045043,25.9751116,17z/data=!4m5!3m4!1s0x0:0x0!8m2!3d36.9045!4d25.9773056 CHILD FRIENDLY (shallow waters). DRESSING CABINS. TREES (for shadow). TAVERNS, BARS & CAFES.

@chryptof 1 June 2020

Greece - Islands - Cyclades - Amorgos - Churches & Monastries: Hozoviotissa. The monastery of Hozoviotissa is one of the most famous, remarkable sight-seeings on the island of Amorgos. It was founded in 1088 and is built into the cliffs (about 300m above sea level) underneath the capital of the island: Chora.  This unique monastery is named after an icon of the Virgin Mary was fished from the sea here at this specific place. It is believed that the icon has its origins from the place 'Chozovo' in Palestine and came here to protect the island. Every year, on the 21st of November, the icon is carried around the island and celebrations/festivals take place everywhere. Those of you who are blessed to visit Amorgos in this period will experience a unique 'spiritual' uplift. When you visit this 'holy' place, be sure you wear appropriate clothes (meaning nor your legs, arms or shoulders should be naked/visible and woman are not allowed to wear pants). Outside of the monastery you will find some spare clothes to 'fix up' in case you forgot about this rule. The door to the monastery is so small that a really deep bow is needed to visit this sanctuary. Once inside, a very steep and narrow staircase leads up to the dining room. Here the monks will welcome you with coffee, bread, some local sweet and one of the finest (self-made) 'Amorgion' liqueur. Jummy! https://read.cash/@chryptof/greece-islands-cyclades-amorgos-food-drinks-rakomelo-738281c4 After that the monks will give you a short guided tour inside the complex (nearly labyrinthine) establishment. The building is about 40 meters high and has a maximum width (thickness) of about 5 meters and it covers eight floors. A look through one of its small windows is a breath-taking experience: your eyes get fondled by one of the 'deepest' bluish waters you have ever seen in your life!

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@chryptof 1 June 2020

Greece - Islands - Cyclades - Amorgos - Beaches: Agia Anna Beach. Agia Anna Beach is a beach for the 'free spirits'. The beach is located under the famous monastery of Hozoviotissa. From the parking you walk about 25 minutes down over a rocky path to reach this unique beach covered with pebbles and big rocks. https://read.cash/@chryptof/greece-islands-cyclades-amorgos-churches-monastries-hozoviotissa-086b17b1 You will find here one of the 'deepest' blue, clear waters you have ever seen in your life! For this reason this beach was one of the main scenes in the 1988 movie 'Le Grand Bleu' (The Big Blue) of the French director Luc Besson. As I said above, this is a beach for the 'real nature' lovers so be aware that there is no accommodation at all. If there is anything you might need (drink, food, bed or umbrella) make sure you take it all with you! Also return back 'in time' to the parking as the sun sets very rapidly here on the east side of the island. I made the mistake to stay/enjoy for too long and found myself in total darkness on the rocky path. I was very happy that my cell phone was equipped with a flash light. Also the wind kicks in very heavy. The howling sound made it a very scary moment (for my wife). **QUICK DETAILS**: **LOCATION**  : 36°49'32.7"N+25°54'21.3"E (36.8257454 25.9037179). **TYPE**            : PEBBLES. **FACILITIES** : https://www.google.com/maps/place/36%C2%B049'32.7%22N+25%C2%B054'21.3%22E/@36.8257454,25.9037179,17z/data=!3m1!4b1!4m5!3m4!1s0x0:0x0!8m2!3d36.8257411!4d25.9059119 MONASTERY OF HOZOVIOTISSA. https://read.cash/@chryptof/greece-islands-cyclades-amorgos-churches-monastries-hozoviotissa-086b17b1 AGIA ANNA CHAPEL. **NOT** CHILD FRIENDLY (rocky). NUDISM TOLERATED.