Quick answer: Diaskari is a long beach of coarse light sand about 4 km east of Makrigialos and 27 km east of Ierapetra. The paved road ends at its western end, where there are tamarisks, a taverna and a few umbrellas; the further east you walk, the quieter it gets.
- Region
- Ierapetra–Makrigialos, south-east Crete
- Distance
- About 4 km from Makrigialos
- Beach
- Coarse light sand
- Facilities
- Taverna and some umbrellas at the west end
The beach
The water is crystal clear and usually calm. Some spots have smooth, slippery rocks at the waterline, so enter carefully. The eastern part is popular with naturists.
History
The name comes from a sanctuary of the Dioscuri on the hill between Diaskari and Lagada. On the hill to the north, archaeologists found a Late Minoan settlement in 1972.
Nearby
Lagada, more secluded, is 700 m further on. Makrigialos has a Roman villa and a Minoan villa within 2 to 3 km, and the Pefki gorge is about 3.5 km away.
Questions before you go
How far is Diaskari from Makrigialos?
About 4 km east.
Is Diaskari beach organised?
Only the western end, with a taverna and a few umbrellas.
Is Diaskari quiet?
Yes, especially the further east you walk.
