Rachi, Telendos — Travelrags

Lonely PlanetAug 4

There is no better way to put some distance between you and the world than by hopping on a ferry to a small, low-key island. These five fit the bill.

Mountain that beckons rock climbers.

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RachiSightMountain that beckons rock climbers.
PothaSightSunken city with ancient remnants.
Agios Konstantinos chapelSightOffers a fantastic sunset view.
Elsewhere
Isla de TabarcaSightTabarca, SpainSmallest inhabited island in the Mediterranean.
Platja de TabarcaSightTabarca, SpainMain sandy beach on Isla de Tabarca.
Nova TabarcaNeighborhoodTabarca, SpainTown with 18th-century walls, target of pirate raids.
Mar AzulRestaurantTabarca, SpainTry the island's classic dish, caldero de Tabarca.
Cape ClearSightCape Clear Island, IrelandHourglass-shaped island where Irish is spoken.
Fastnet RockSightCape Clear Island, IrelandLighthouse on Ireland's southernmost point.
Channel View Bed & BreakfastHotelBaltimore, IrelandCharming and warm accommodation in Baltimore.
Cala MinniolaSightLevanzo, ItalyBeautiful swimming cove with clear blue water.
Grotta del GenoveseSightLevanzo, ItalyCave with over 12,000-year-old prehistoric paintings.
Illas CíesSightVigo, SpainPart of a national park with beautiful beaches.
Praia de RodasSightVigo, SpainOne of Spain's most beautiful beaches.
Faro de CíesSightVigo, SpainLighthouse offering incredible views of the coast.

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