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Astypalea Beaches: Pera Gialos (Yialos) beach in Astypalea Greece Pera Gialos Beach Astypalea: Pera Gialos Beach is located in Astypalea, one of the 12 islands of the Dodecanese group in the southeastern Aegean Sea. Although, close to the harbor, the waters are sparklingly clean and is ideal for swimming and snorkeling. Cafes and taverns serving a rich variety of fresh sea food are close to the beach as also are other public utilities like bank and ATM. Tourist boats from the port take you to some of the most beautiful beaches of the island including Kaminakia and Vatses.

An Archeology Museum that offers a glimpse into the history of the island is located near Pera Yialos and its collection includes classical burial steles, 6th Century Byzantine artifacts, the Querini coat of arms (left by the Querini family, rulers of the island who arrived from Venice) and Mycenaean tholi (a beehive-shaped tomb made of stone). Pera Gialos Hotels & accommodation Pera Gialos Beach on map ........................................................................................................................................... Back: + Astypalea Home + Astypalea Beaches + Dodecanese Islands + Dodecanese Beaches + Greece Beaches + Greece Home Related: + Villages + Churches + Museums + Pictures