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Koutalas Cave
Archaeological SitesAlmyrida - Kokkino Chorio - GavalochoriArchaeological Sites
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Almyrida - Kokkino Chorio - Gavalochori, Chania, Crete
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TypeArchaeological Sites
PriceFree to visit
Overview
Koutalas Cave is located a few meters east of the small Koutalas Beach, on the rocky coastline of Drapanos, near Kokkino Chorio. It is an impressive sea cave, sometimes referred to as "Nerospilia" (Water Cave), although that name pertains to a different nearby location. \n\rAccess to the cave is via a path with stone steps leading from the parking area above the beach down to the sea. The cave is remarkable for its size and beauty, though the rocks inside can be slippery.
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