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Milina Village - South Pelion
Milina is a beautiful coastal village on the Pagasitic Gulf, 49
km from Volos and 7 km from Lafkos.
Today it is considered one of the most beautiful tourist resorts
in Pelion along the Pagasitic gulf and offers all the modern comforts
to its visitors. On the villages coastline
you will find picturesque bays and beautiful sandy beaches with
exceptionally clean waters.
Opposite Milina at a close distance from the beach is the small
islet Alatas, which covered by olive trees.
On this islet is situated the old monastery of Agii Saranta ( 40
Saints ), which played an important role during the Greek Revolution
against the Ottoman occupation in 1821.
West of Alatas and at a close distance is situated another small
islet called Prasouda, where you will find the old Byzantine monastery
of Zoodohos Pigi ( Life giving Source ), that today is deserted.
The access to these islets is manageable only by boat, rented or
private.
On the villages outskirts, on top of a hill are the ruins
of the ancient city Olizon, whose King took part in the Trojan war.
The village is included in the routes of the KTEL buses of Magnesia,
with daily connections and and from Volos Trikeri or Lafkos.
For your medical needs you will be serviced at Argalastis
Medical Center where you will also find a chemist. The surgery of
the village of Lafkos is also close by.
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