SEITAN LIMANIA FJORD – SEITAN LIMANIA BEACH
Located on the northeast side of the Akrotiri Peninsula, one of the most special beaches in Western Crete, the Seitan Limania beach.
Seitan Limania is actually a fjord.
A fjord is a sea bay, which extends deep into the mainland. It is surrounded by high plum walls and mountains. The fjords were created by a glacier. The cavity created by the glacier was flooded by the sea.
Typical characteristics of fjords:
– narrow bays; their bottoms are deep below sea level (so larger ships can approach it)
– they are surrounded by steep rock walls, which continue below sea; their middle and upper parts are deeper, like closer parts to the sea;
– the fjord is connected to the open sea
[swpm_protected format_protected_msg=”1″] GPS is very important! – because there are no street names in Western Crete. GPS: 35.551333, 24.192289[/swpm_protected]
On the way to Seitan Limania Fjord and beach, a lovely chapel: Ekklisia Agios Spiridon
There are also beautiful views of the mountains and the sea!
[swpm_protected format_protected_msg = “1”] The name Seitan Limania comes from the Turkish word “Seitan” (Seytan). It has survived from the time of Turkish rule. Meaning: Satan, devil.
The “Limania” is a Greek word, meaning: ports, harbors.
Therefore, “Seitan Limania” means: “The Satanic Harbors”
The Seitan Limania fjord and the beach are 22 km from Chania. [/swpm_protected]
This coast is different from any other beach, because it is surrounded by high rock walls.
The beach is unique, because we can not only see the magnificent fjord and the beach. We can pleasantly swim in the fjord. The temperature of the sea water reaches 27 degrees Celsius in summer. There are very few places in the world, where you can enjoy a pleasant swim in a fjord.
THE APPROACHING THE FJORD IS NOT EASY! – the AllForTrip shows the reality
Seitan Limania beach can be reached in two ways:
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– The asphalt road from Chania is very winding. On this road we reach the top of the rock, where is a parking area. The road is only recommended for good drivers. From here starts a steep, but an easy way, to beach, approx. 15 minutes.
– The beach can be reached by boat. AllForTrip and Strata Tours will help you, to approach the coast in an adventurous and easy way by boat. It’s a fantastic experience, when the boat approaches the beach at the foot of the steep cliffs.[/swpm_protected]
Attention:
[swpm_protected format_protected_msg = “1”] In Seitan Limania beach (Satan’s harbor) has no umbrellas, no sun loungers, no services. You won’t find comfort, water, snacks or anything else on the beach and in the area.
If you want to explore the picturesque, unique beach, then you have to take care of food and water yourself.
Since the asphalt road was built, the Seitan Limania beach in season is very crowded. For those, who do not like congestion, very good choice for exploring the coast: September.[/swpm_protected]
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