Why is Perissa beach black?

First of all, the volcanic activity on the island is evidenced at this beach in the form of its unique, black sand. Over the centuries, the molten rock from various volcanic eruptions hardened and then eventually broke down due to erosion.

Are there any white sandy beaches in Santorini?

Santorini’s beaches are mostly covered in black pebbles, white or black thick sand and they are well organized with lots of amenities and things to do. There are also some really good beach bars in Santorini that you should definitely visit while on the beaches of Perissa, Perivolos or Kamari.

Does Santorini have nice beaches?

10 Best Beaches in Santorini

• Perissa Beach.
• Kamari Beach.
• Perivolos Beach.
• Red Beach.
• Vlychada Beach.
• Eros Beach.
• Monolithos Beach.
• White Beach.

How long is Perissa beach?

Perissa Santorini: Perissa is a beautiful beach situated 11.7 km southeast of Fira, extending for 7 km on the southeastern side of Santorini.

Which is better Kamari or Perissa?

Kamari feels at the moment more upscale than Perissa but developers are hard at work… In terms of atmosphere, in my opinion, Perissa felt more traditional while Kamari felt more resort-like. Walking around – Perissa is more spread out, whereas in Kamari you can quickly walk everywhere your need to.

Which is better Perissa or Kamari?

Getting from Kamari to Perissa or the opposite The drive between both takes around 25 minutes.

Which is the best side of Santorini?

The best area to stay in Santorini is the west side of the island in the towns of Fira, Imerovigli, Firostefani, or Oia. This is where the famous cliff views are, and it is the most expensive area on the island.

Are there beaches to swim in Santorini?

The best sand and swimming in Santorini is at Perissa and Perivolos beaches (which are essentially the same beach: Perissa is the north part, Perivolos is the south part).