Avakas Gorge
Published 26th of November, 2023
Plateau Top
After a short walk up the hill, you will be on top of the plateau that runs next to Avakas Gorge.
Traditional Farming
Dotted around the Akamas you will find numerous simple ruins, consisting of a room or two. They used to be used by farmers. Well on this plateau you can find some that are still operational!
Road Closed
If you are driving and ignore this sign, you proceed at your own risk. Keep reading to find out why.
Towards Lara Bay
As the road we are walking slowly descends back down towards Avakas Gorge, let's taken in the surrounding countryside. To your East you can make out Lara Bay in the distance.
Yeronisos Island
Meanwhile to the west you can easily pick out Yeronisos Island. Agios Georgios is the village on the coast next to it.
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