Landmark· Milos· Greece — Cyclades

Glaronisia Islets (Milos)

36° 45.8′ N · 24° 29.2′ E

A group of rocky islets off the north-east coast made of tall columnar volcanic rock, like stacked organ pipes, and home to seagulls (the name means 'seagull islands').

Western CycladesCentral Cyclades

Practical

Greeka: formations of large pentagonal and hexagonal columns, said to have formed around 700,000 years ago; tour boats slow down here for photos; swimming is possible but watch the sharp rocks. Exposed to the north, so a calm-weather sightseeing pass; do not anchor close in. Combine with Papafragas and Pollonia.

Best for

A slow sail-by for the columnar rock

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