Imagine a Greek island, and it's likely you'll invoke images of whitewashed buildings clustered into villages, tumbling down sheer cliff drops to the azure waters below. Such is Folegandros, a mostly untouched gem in the midst of the Cycladic islands, not yet sought out by the throngs of tourists that overpopulate the more accessible island destinations like Santorini and Mykonos.
When travelers do take the measures to head to this remote island, they are rewarded with an unspoiled and rugged terrain dotted with the occasional village and terraced farm fields. The real treasure of Folegandros is discovering the sprawling, pebbled and pristine beaches. Rarely will more than a handful of people be soaking in the sun or splashing in the clear waters at any given time.
Be warned: Folegandros isn't a destination for vacationers looking to do anything more than sprawl on the beach or hike through remote, pebbly trails. There is little in the way of sightseeing or historic interest, nor of fine dining or we
Imagine a Greek island, and it's likely you'll invoke images of whitewashed buildings clustered into villages, tumbling down sheer cliff drops to the azure waters below. Such is Folegandros, a mostly untouched gem in the midst of the Cycladic islands, not yet sought out by the throngs of tourists that overpopulate the more accessible island destinations like Santorini and Mykonos.
When travelers do take the measures to head to this remote island, they are rewarded with an unspoiled and rugged terrain dotted with the occasional village and terraced farm fields. The real treasure of Folegandros is discovering the sprawling, pebbled and pristine beaches. Rarely will more than a handful of people be soaking in the sun or splashing in the clear waters at any given time.
Be warned: Folegandros isn't a destination for vacationers looking to do anything more than sprawl on the beach or hike through remote, pebbly trails. There is little in the way of sightseeing or historic interest, nor of fine dining or well-heeled accommodations. But the island's austere beauty, traditional and simple meals, and the kindness of the locals make the trek here well worth it.
