There are also a lot of other nice beaches very close to the area, such as Kalamaki, Matala and Komos. The beach of Agiofarago is locate 18 km distance from Kokkinos Pirgos. The beach is at the exit of the gorge with numerous fine pebbles and clear blue waters, which you can swim. The visitors have also the chance to visit the Archaeological site of Phaestus (or Phestos) which is famous for its Minoan palace. The palace of Phaestus was built on a low hill in the