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Anafi has an area of 40 kmē with approximately 300 people
living there all year around. Of all the larger Cycladic
islands Anafi would be the least touristic one. If you are
looking for a place unspoiled by tourism consider a visit to
Anafi; or even better: Don't.
Up until a few years ago the only "tourists" on the island
were downshifts, dropouts and hippies that enjoyed the peace
and quiet at the end of the world. Things have changed a
little bit. Because of Anafis reputation as a hideaway for
city slickers tired of civilization in general and tourists
in particular it became rather popular with the latter. It's
rather ironic but this is how it goes.
During high season you will now enjoy the company of other
tourists when going there but it still is OK. Unless you
really insist on being the only person with socks and sandals
Anafi still is a god destination.
The port town of Anafi is called Agios Nikolaos. There
isn't much to see. There a few restaurants and rooms to rent.
You will also find a travel agency. Most people move on to
the local capital Chora.
Chora of Anafi: The local capital of Anafi is probably
the least touristic capital of all Greek islands. The small
town is quiet beautiful; situated on a hill overlooking the
port of Agios Nikolaos. To get you can take a bus that
travels along a new road that takes about 4 kilometers or you
just walk two kilometers up the old path leading there. It
probably depends on how much luggage you are carrying.
The town is all you'll ever need; small super markets, a post
office, rooms to rent, a doctor and a few restaurants. Prices
are well below average. You get a double room for 20-30
Euros. That's decent. Don't expect luxury or any kind of
nightlife though.
Beaches Anafi: East from Agios Nikolaos is Klissidi
beach. It's the first from the village. It is the most
popular beach and not just with bathers. Camping still is
very popular there. During season you might find up to 50
tents there. As a result there are now also a few rooms to
rent and restaurants. If you look for a really pretty beach
and some solitude keep following the road. It will eventually
lead you to Megalos Roukounas and Ormos Kalamos. Both beaches
are much more quiet and prettier on top.
Busses on Anafi: There are regular busses between
Chora and the port. During season there are also regular
busses to the beaches in the east.
Ferries to Anafi: At this stage there are fairly
regular ferries to Anafi. They go almost every day. Off
season they only connection would between Anafi and
Santorin;
during season even some boats from Athens stop here.
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