chromophore (plural chromophores) (chemistry) that part of the molecule of a dye responsible for its colour. (chemistry) (more generally) the group of atoms in a molecule in which the electronic transition responsible for a given spectral band is located.
Elafonisi Island is near the southwest tip of Crete, 43km from Kastelli and 76km from Chania. The road from Chrisoskalitissa continues as a dirt track of 5km to Elafonisi. There are organized bus tours from Kastelli and Chania as well as boat tours from Paleohora to Elafonisi. The area of Elafonisi has beautiful beaches, in front of which is the island of Elafonisi itself.
Almyrida, beautiful beaches for quiet vacations near Chania. Balos, the lagoon of Balos on Cape Gramvoussa is a must-visit in Crete. CHANIA, the city of Chania, its history and a detailed guide to the old town of Chania. Elafonissi, the famous Elafonissi with its lagoon and pink-sand beach.