Nos is a popular sandy beach located close to the Simi's harbour after the clock tower, so it is the closest beach to Gialos. Therefore it is often called "Town Beach". One of the facts which contributed to this excellent reputation, is that it has the exact balance between being peaceful, offering at the same time the necessary facilities for tourists to enjoy a relaxing holiday.
It is ideal for all yachters moored in the picturesque harbour or those staying at a nearby hotels. It is cleaner and more secluded than the one in the harbour area and usually not crowded at all. At the same time it is not as secluded as Nimborios Beach. So, if you like clean beaches and some company, Nos is ideal. Moreover, its particular location protects the beach from the winds and offers a comfortable temperature even in cool days.
The place is easy to reach on foot going past the clock tower after Emborios coastal road. Locals call it “Paradise Beach” to attract tourism to this long narrow beach of pebbly sand. Visitors take advantage of the sun beds and spend a peaceful day on the beach, or have a drink in the tavern nearby.
An interesting detail to be borne in mind is that the sun sets quite early, so the best hours for these sports are the morning hours, or early in the afternoon. One particularity of Nos is that a lot of people choose this location to be nude on the beach and in the water. However, those who are a little shy don’t like that idea, as the main road is behind and a little above the beach, so this beach is not exactly a private place, especially in high season, as it is too visible from the public road to Nimborios Beach. This is well tolerated by the local residents, who also spend the day on the beach when their daily duties allow them some spare time.
Climbing the cliffs at the end of Nos, apart from allowing for a stunning view, goes a long way in finding some more secluded spots that are not as easily seen unless from the water. Nevertheless, some visitors don’t mind being visible to the general public and take the road to Nimborios up the hill for a five minute walk, and then take the two steps taking them down from the road to the waters and a little sandy beach. Taking this road also allows them to admire the incredibly blue waters, from the area among the high tamarisk trees.
Tour agencies are trying to make Nos the official nudist beach and