The Road to Monolithos

Prasonisi to Monolithos, 14 June 2012

We really enjoyed the drive from Prasonisi, particularly once we'd turned left off the dead-end Prasonisi road onto the road that follows the west coast. So much so that we forgot about our cameras most of the time as we enjoyed the westerly breeze through the open car windows and took in the breathtaking views, listening to a cheesy Greek tourist CD we'd bought in Pefkos along with our road map.

We were on the lookout for a restaurant or snack bar as the Prasonisi air had given us both a good appetite. Nothing for miles...

Lunch at a Seafood Restaurant near Apolakkia

Then we found a great seafood restaurant near Apolakkia, Restaurant Chrisama, offering plenty of shade, wonderful views, and friendly service. We were recommended a starter of deep-fried small fish, lightly battered, which were delicious. Marides, I think. It was such a generous starter that we couldn't possibly eat any more, given the bread and salad that came with it. A Russian party at the next table made more of a meal of it with a fantastic spread that made me even more determined to come back.

I shot some footage whilst waiting for our order. It's a very short movie (43 seconds) but will hopefully give you a feel of the place.