Distance from the airport → 72,5km
Sani area
Sani was popular about its historic ancient site. Today is a luxury resort with a range of hotels along the seaside and private villas set back among the pine-trees.
One of the most impressive sights is the Byzantine tower of Stavronikitas on the headland which is believed to be the site of acropolis in ancient city; once belonging to the Stavronikita Monastery on Mt. Athos. During summer, the place gets crowded as the famous Sani music festival taking place over there.
Worth it to see:
- The Byzantine tower of Stavronikitas, built in a prehistoric settlement which stands out of the village.
- The large Sani wetland which is close to Sani Resort and offers a home to over 200 species of birds most of which are endangered.
- The Sani Marina, with the luxurious landscape and the spectacular Piazza and the remarkable “Turtle Beach”.
Don’t miss it!
Hiking and biking among the unique natural mountainous landscapes and attending also the Sani Gourmet festival, one of the most prestigious and gourmet festivals in Europeand is taking place every year in Halkidiki!
