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Places near Agios Petros
ZORKOS
Location: On the northeastern side of the island.
Special features: Large beach, with rich golden sand and crystal clear waters, ideal for those who love fishing. There is also a summer tavern.
How to get there: Half hour route by car from Gavrio. After Varidi, there are approximately 5 km of good condition gravel road.
VITALI
Location: On the northeastern side of the island, close to Vitali village.
Special features: One of the best in Andros. It is a large sandy beach that also has pebbles. It has crystal clear waters and rocks providing shade. There are sunbeds and a summer tavern.
How to get there: After Gavrio, take the road to Agios Petros, where you will meet a crossroad that leads to Vitali (left) and Gides (right). Follow the road to Vitali. Almost half of the road is covered in gravel, while the distance from Gavrio is approximately 14 km.
ATENI
Location: On the eastern side of the island, approximately 7 km away from Batsi.
Special features: It is divided in two beaches. The smaller in size (on the left) is the most popular one, as it is protected by the strong winds, while the larger (on the right) is sandy, with crystal clear waters, ideal for surfing. The latter also provides sunbeds and a canteen.
How to get there: By car. Take the road from Batsi and follow the road signs. The last part of the road is covered in gravel, but it is in excellent condition.
AGIOS PETROS (ST. PETER’S) TOWER
The Tower of St. Peter is of great interest for the visitors. It is cylindrical, preserved to a height of about 20 m. and was built during the Hellenistic period (4th-3rd century BC). Its base diameter is 9.40 m. and is constructed entirely from local schist. Inside there is a spiral staircase leading to at least five floors. The tower is built in a very privileged position, as it is located on the plain of Gavrio, offering control of land and sea. Around the monument there are also metal mines (copper), which functioned until the beginning of the century.
Location: At St. Peter village, in the area of Gavrio.
How to get there: By car, following the road from Gavrio to St. Peter village.