Greece is known for its exquisitely beautiful beaches. Renowned travel magazine ‘Conde Nast Traveller’ ranked the best ones for you according to magazine’s editors. While picking a favourite beach is a matter personal preference the one selected were based on their sand, the surfing conditions, their history and hidden bays.

1. Navagio, Zakynthos

There is no surprise this is the list, as the beach famous for its shipwreck is protected by high rocks and can only be accessed via the sea.

2. Sarakiniko, Milos

Huge white rocks emerge from the sea and give the impression of a moonscape.

3. Egremni

Visitors have to park their cars at the top of the mountain and be brave and fit enough to descend 100+ steps of stairs till they reach the sand it is well worth it.

4. Lalaria, Skiathos

Lalaria means pebbles. Only don’t think of taking a white shingle off the beach because the local authorities could fine you up to 1,000 euros!

5. Balos

White and pink sand is a rare combination that surrounds the shallow waters in this secluded beautiful place. It is said Prince Charles and Princess Dianna had visited this beach on their honeymoon.

6. Agios Pavlos, Rhodes

This one of St. Paul’s stops while spreading the Gospels. Thus this picturesque beach has become famous for religious tourism.

7. Myrtos, Kefalonia

This is a beach difficult to access between 2 mountains called Agia Dynati and Mount Kalon.

8. Voidokilia, Messinia

This beach has the shape of the Greek latter Omega and has retained its name since antiquity. Homer even makes reference to it in his famous poets.