Santa Maria beach on Paros

Santa Maria Paros: Santa Maria is located near Naoussa, in Plastira Bay and is a long coastline divided in two soft, golden sandy beaches which offer a beautiful view on the island of Naxos and crystalline emerald waters. The first is commonly known as ‘Santa Maria Camping’ due to the nearby site. They both face onto Aliki Bay . The second is about a kilometer beyond the first and is on the right side of the road. It is a nice bay with good views. The snorkeling here is recommended and there is also a diving school ( X-ta Sea Divers). The first Santa Maria Beach is a bigger affair with a perfect view of Naxos . The beach is long with some loungers and in its centre you will find the diving and windsurf centre. The water is perfect and clear and the sun drenched sand whiter than you will find on other parts of the island. It is fully organized, with sun beds, umbrellas and water sports facilities such as windsurf, scuba diving, paddle boats, etc... A campsite is located behind the beaches and makes it really crowded during the pick season of July and August. The beach of Santa Maria in Paros can be reached by local bus or by infrequent fishing boats leaving from the harbour of Naoussa.