Sfakia: A Solemn Town of Stunning Beaches and Rugged Terrains
A mountain resort overlooking the gorgeous blue coast of the Libyan Sea is the town of Sfakia, Greece. It is also fondly known as Chora Sfakion or Hora Sfakion. The town is regarded to be one of the few places in the country that has not been fully influenced by foreign invaders. It also has no more than 2000 inhabitants. Sfakia’s peaceful community and impressive landscape makes it worthy of your visit.
Best Time to Visit
Sfakia, Greece is a sunny town with pleasant climate all throughout the year. Short rain showers are experienced on some months but nothing that will hugely affect your trip. It is ideal to visit any time at your convenience. If you want to avoid the touristy crowd and the expensive Sfakia, Greece hotels, you should come during March, April, October, and November. However, if you are an avid fan of pies, you should visit in August and celebrate the Sfakia Pie Festival with the locals.
What to Do & Area Attractions
Be amazed at the surviving walls of Frangokastello Venetian Fortress that has long stood since the late 1300s. Spend a lazy afternoon getting your tan out at the Sweetwater Beach. Or you can enjoy water-based activities such as kayaking, canoeing, or boat riding at Loutro’s Bay. These are just some of the things you can do and places you can visit while in town. You still have the White Mountain to explore. The Lefka Ori, the Artemis Studios and the Hotel Athena are three of the exceptional Sfakia hotels you will find in town. All of which offers a stunning view of both the mountain range and the sea.