Ammoudia beach
Ammoudia Beach adorns the Ionian coast of Greece near Parga. At the confluence of the legendary Acheron River, a wide beach stretches into the sea with white sand like powder, whose landscape resembles more likely some Caribbean than northern Hellas. Enjoy the warm sun off the azure waters of the shores of Epirus on Ammoudia Beach. If you like to combine study of history with measured relaxation, this place is created for you.
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Beach description
The beach is a wide arch in a small bay adjacent on magnificent green hills on the northern part. The water entry is smooth sloping, the bottom is sand and shallow, comfortable for families with small kids. Ammudia is equipped, it has umbrellas with sling chairs, shower stalls and changing cabins. Some cafes from those numerous on the beach and the neighboring territory suggest renting two deck chairs and an umbrella for 5 Euros. There is enough room for parking. Near Ammudia, only low-budget hostels and hotels are situated, suitable for non-demanding people who value history, silence.
Ammudia, a small village that gave name to the beach, is not only a heart of picturesque nature but also a center of rich history steeped in ancient Greek myths. Its neighborhood is rich in cultural objects, such as Persephone and Aides sanctuary, Venetian fortress in Parga, the ancient town of Nikopolis, and Arta Bridge. For moderate payment, you can have a boat tour down Acheron witha guide who will tell you ancient legends related to this river.
When is the best time to go?
Greece - a country with a long length from north to south, so the recommendations will vary depending on the place where you are going. The holiday season begins in May and reaches a peak in July-August: there are too many tourists, and the temperature on the southern islands reaches 40 degrees, which may still not play a role on the beach, but certainly not suitable for sightseeing. So the best time to relax in Greece is the end of spring-beginning of summer or September-October.