Zakynthos, sometimes referred as Zante, is the third largest of the Ionian Islands.The Island lies in the eastern part of the Ionian Sea, around 20 km west of the Greek mainland and 15 km south of Cephalonia.
In this island the rare species of the Caretta-Caretta turtle and Monahus-Monahus seal have chosen to live and reproduce. The area proud of its magical Blue Caves and the Shipwreck (Navagio) which is unique all over the world, will just take your breath away. There is no doubt about it.
Old streets, arched buildings, quaint bell towers and historical churches, the cosmopolitan town with its charming squares, the historical Strani’s Hill and Bohali's Venetian Castle, are just some of the reasons why millions of tourists have visited the island.
Zakynthos has a great tradition, as it has been the cross-road of many nations and cultures for many centuries. Many art forms have been cultivated and developed, mainly music, theatre, poetry and painting.
While visiting Zakynthos, try to make the most of it!
There is no doubt that this “paradise on earth” endowed with breathtaking nature and unique character will amaze and seduce you.