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is a group of 5 uninhabited islands (Strongyli, Makroulò, Marmaro, Trachilos and the largest Koufonissi) that form a small archipelago located 5.6 km from Cape Goudouras, therefore in front of the extreme south-east corner of the island of Crete (at coordinates 34°56′20.33″N - 26°08′22.61″E, source Wikipedia.gr).These islands are mainly rocky with many sea caves but there are also beautiful beaches of fine sand and pebble beaches.
has a sea transparency with shades of colors among the most beautiful in the Mediterranean.
Known since ancient times as area of production and trade of the purple pigment, the main island of has the remains of a Roman port, an amphitheatre and villas with mosaics (all from the Roman era); the only other constructions present are a small church (Agios Nikolaos) and a shelter for the fishermen of the area.
has the remains of a Roman port, an amphitheatre and villas with mosaics (all from the Roman era); the only other constructions present are a small church (Agios Nikolaos) and a shelter for the fishermen of the area.The seabed of the archipelago is very suitable for snorkeling, but due to the many rocks emerging, often at considerable distances from the shore, it is also very rich in remains of ancient ships (we remind you that it is forbidden to take amphorae and archaeological finds of any kind).
To visit a unique environment like this it is possible not only to take the daily tourist boat from Makrygialos but also to book a private boat from Xerocampos, the 
(here you will find more detailed information on this).
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