Zakynthos is the third in size island of the Ionian Sea, a green island of poetry, song and love, the native land of Dionysios Solomos, the writer of the Greek national anthem, but also the island of Saint- Denis, the patron Saint of Zakynthos. Rich in beauty and tradition, both historical and cultural, Zakynthos is “the ideal place” for all travelers with a free spirit … When the ferry arrives at the port, especially at dusk, it feels as if we enter the port of Venice…
How to reach Zakynthos
There are direct flights but also domestic flightd from Athens, Thessaloniki, Corfu and Cephalonia. Athens – Zakynthos: 2 times a day and 2 times a day Thessaloniki -Corfu – Kefalonia – Zakynthos
From Athens to Kyllini port by car or bus is about 300 km. The port of Killini is located about 80 km (50 miles) south of Patras. Ferry Kyllini to Zakynthos about 45-50 minutes.
Top Attractions
- The ruins of the medieval fortress of Bokhali.
- The shipwreck of Zakynthos is known as Navagio and it is the most famous beach of the island. Sandy & pebbly beach is only accessible by boat ….
- Blue Caves: Discovered in 1897, the blue caves can be found on the northern tip of Zakynthos not far from Cape Skinari. Famous for their beautiful shade of blue sea and rock formations. Take your camera and capture the Caretta – Caretta species: Greece is the only European country that choose turtles (Caretta Caretta) for thir nest. Zakynthos is the most important nesting area of turtles in the Mediterranean. The National Marine Park of Zakynthos has the objective to preserve the natural environment ….
The charming village of Volimes.
