๐ Sandy beach with a rich history and a 14th-century castle.
๐ Famous for the legend of Drosoulites and clear waters for snorkeling.
๐๏ธ Relax on a long, wide sandy beach
๐ฐ Explore the historic 14th-century Frangokastello castle
snorkelling in crystal-clear waters with a rocky bottom
๐ป Witness the mysterious legend of Drosoulites (shadows of soldiers)
๐ถโโ๏ธ Combine your visit with nearby Preveli Monastery and Beach
๐ Type: Partially organized
๐๏ธ Surface: Sandy
โจ Cleanliness: Very clean beach and water
๐ฌ๏ธ Waves: Open sea, possibility of waves
๐ฅ Occupancy: Lower visitor numbers
๐ฝ๏ธ Taverns: Available in the vicinity
๐ Located approximately 80km south of Chania (about 1.5 hours drive)
๐บ๏ธ About 55km southeast of Rethymno on the south coast of Crete
โก๏ธ 14km east of Chora Sfakion
๐ Recommended to combine with a visit to Preveli Monastery and Beach
๐๏ธ The castle can be visited at any time of year
๐จ Accommodation and dining options are available nearby
โ๏ธ Built by Venetians in 1371 to control rebels and protect against pirates
๐ก๏ธ Site of significant battles, including the resistance led by Daskalogiannis (1771) and Hatzi Mihalis Dalianis (1828)
๐ป Legend of Drosoulites: Groups of shadows of soldiers seen moving from Agios Charalambos church to the castle, believed to be the fallen men from the 1828 battle. Documented since ancient history, with scientific explanations still debated.