The Mpaxedes, called Paradise Beach is entirely north of the island, 3 km NE of Oia. It starts about 1 km after the Pori (direction north), is black in color and extends about 5 km almost to the Cape Mavropetra. It has sand, pebbles and stones and bright from behind rocks and pumice is ideal for swimmers who do not like crowded beaches and noisy. Because of its location in the north affected by the winds that make the swim.