Paralia Karinta is a small beach located in Chios, Greece. It is known for its unique pink and orange pebbles and cobbles, which set it apart from other beaches in the area that typically have white or black pebbles. The beach is surrounded by beautiful nature, providing a serene and peaceful atmosphere. The water at Paralia Karinta is crystal clear and mostly still, with a sandy seabed and a pebbled entrance.
The beach is well-organised and features a small canteen that is open all day, offering a few sun-beds for visitors to relax on. There are also changing rooms available for public use. Despite these amenities, Paralia Karinta is not very popular, often resulting in a less crowded experience for visitors.
The beach is accessible via a 10-15 minute car ride from the city of Chios. However, the route is somewhat challenging due to its narrowness and numerous turns. It's also worth noting that the beach can be quite windy, and the pebbles may be uncomfortable to walk on, so visitors are advised to wear swim shoes.
Paralia Karinta amenities include loungers.
Visitor reviews highlight the unique beauty of the beach, particularly its pink and orange pebbles, and the crystal clear, mostly still water. The beach's serene environment, due to its lack of crowds, and the beautiful nature surrounding it are also highly appreciated by visitors. However, some visitors complain about the beach being super windy and the pebbles making it difficult to walk for a swim, suggesting the need for swim shoes.
Visitors to Paralia Karinta often stay in the city of Chios due to its proximity and range of accommodation options. Since Paralia Karinta is not a major tourist hub, most visitors include it as part of a broader itinerary exploring Chios Island's natural beauty and historical sites.
The following map shows available accommodations and their prices. See the full list of accommodation options here.
Latitude: 38.1946768 / Longitude: 25.9529932
Paralia Karinta is located in Chios. The following map of Paralia Karinta shows the exact location.
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| Low / High | 15°C/21.3°C |
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| Feels Like (High) | 19.2°C |
| Sea Temperature | 21.1 °C |
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| Wave Height | 0.6 m |
| Rain Chance | 0% |
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| Rainfall | 0 mm |
| Rain Duration | 0 h |
| Sunrise / Sunset | 06:39/17:20 |
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| Sunshine Hours | 9.8 hrs |
| UV Index | 4.1 |
| Cloud Cover | 1% |
| Speed | 13.3 km/h |
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| Gusts | 24.1 km/h |
| Direction | N |
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