Zakynthos or Zante, the third largest of the Ionian islands, lies in the eastern part of the Ionian Sea. Because of its exceptional beauty, the Venetians called it Fiore di Levante, the Flower of the East. Northern and eastern shores of the island feature wide sandy beaches, notably Bochali which overlooks the peninsula of Vasilikos, while […]
Poros is a lovely verdant small island in the southern part of the Saronic Gulf, easily accessible by the mainland, in the Peloponnese. The island is a popular resort for short holidays and a favorite weekend destination for Athenian travelers.It is full of lush pine trees which reach the shore and beautiful sandy beaches. In ancient times […]
A wonderful island of Cyclades, between Serifos and Kimolos. Apart from the exquisite capital of the island, Appolonia, the most beautiful traditional village of Sifnos is Kastro, the ‘castle’, built on the ruins of an ancient town, with a distinct Venetian atmosphere and architecture, as well as beautiful byzantine churches. Sifnos is an island with […]
Kythnos is one of the closest islands in Attica, located in the western Cyclades, between Kea and Serifos. It is also called Thermia, thanks to its thermal springs. Chora, the capital of Kythnos, is located on the highest point of the island and is a traditional settlement that maintains all the characteristic features of the […]
Skopelos, along with Skiathos and Alonissos, is one of the Northern Sporades islands, which lies east of the Pelion penninsula on the mainland and north of the island of Evia. The Chora, the capital of the island, has been characterized as a traditional settlement of outstanding beauty. It was once the center of a vital shipbuilding […]
Laconia is the southern prefecture of the Peloponnese, bordered by the Aegean Sea, the Messinian and the Laconian bay. It is a historic region, associated with Ancient Sparta and the Greek Revolution of 1821, known for its particular traditions and customs. The capital, Sparta, built on the foothills of Mount Taygetos, is known for its […]
Anafi is a Cycladic island in the Aegean Sea, east of Santorini, with unique natural beauty and splendid unexplored beaches. Chora, the capital, is located in the southern part of the island and is characterized as a traditional settlement. It is built amphitheatrically on the ruins of a Venetian castle, offering unlimited view of the […]
Epirus, is a region in northwestern Greece extending between the mountain range of Pindos and the Ionian Sea. The region is mostly mountainous, with rich flora and fauna and imposing landscapes of outstanding natural beauty. Its untouched mountains, forests, lakes and rivers, traversed by wonderful arched bridges, offer an amazing scenery. Epirus’ natural environment provides […]
Achaia is located in the northwestern part of the Peloponnese, between the Corinthian Gulf to the east and the Patraikos Gulf to the west. The region has a great history and has played an important role in the cultural tradition of the Peloponnese. Patras, the capital of Achaia, is the largest economic, commercial and cultural […]
Amorgos is the easternmost island of the Cyclades, famous for its stunning unique landscape and its unspoiled nature. The island is characterized by wild high mountains that fall steeply into the sea and its amazing sandy, pebble and rocky beaches. Amorgos has been inhabited since the prehistoric era and features many important archeological sites and […]
Lefkada is a beautiful verdant island on the Ionian Sea with numerous bays and amazing beaches. Although less well known than Corfu and Kefallonia, and despite its small size, Lefkada hosts some of the most extraordinary landscapes in Europe. The island offers a unique natural beauty, characterized by a mountainous terrain with dramatic cliffs, immaculate […]
The most cosmopolitan island of the Sporades, Skiathos, is one of the most popular destinations in Greece. Its beautiful natural harbour is a heaven for yachts and small boats, a feature which gives the island a strong cosmopolitan character. The town of Skiathos is also known for its picturesque paved streets and whitewashed houses with […]
