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The Church of Agios Nikolaos in Kiliomenos is a Venetian church with an impressive bell tower. Quite interesting is the fact that the church and the bell tower are separated by the street, looking like two different units. Leggi tutto...

The islet of Marathonisi is placed across the beach of Keri, in Laganas bay. It is not a single island but also includes two more small islets called Pontikonisia. Its perimeter is just about a mile and can be reached by boat from Keri beach and Laganas bay. There are boats that have frequent itineraries to the islet. Otherwise, you Leggi tutto...

The church of Agios Nikolaos Molos in Zakynthos, Greece: The church of Agios Nikolaos Molos is located at the southern side of Solomos Square, just above the port of Zakynthos Town. This is the oldest Venetian building of the square and the only that survived the severe earthquake and fire of 1953. Originally the church had been constructed on a Leggi tutto...

The monastery is no longer in use but the Church is. There is an interesting medieval tower but you cannot go up it. At times the monastery may be open but the Church closed. There is a wide space outside for coach and car parking but few visitors stay long. A short wait and the place will be deserted. Leggi tutto...

The Museum of Dionysios Solomos, Andreas Kalvos and other Eminent Personalities of Zakynthos are housed in a Neoclassical building at the square of Saint Mark, Zakynthos Town. On the ground floor of the museum is the mausoleum and hosts the bones of the National Greek Poet, Dionysios Solomos since 1968, as well as the bones of poet Andreas Kalvos and Leggi tutto...

The beach of Saint Nicholas is located 32 km north west of Zakynthos Town and owns its name to the little chapel that stands on the left side of the beach. It is one of the liveliest and fun-filled beaches, wide with many water sports activities and tourist facilities. Nearby is a nice restaurant and a bar. It receives mostly Leggi tutto...

The Helmis National History Museum is located in the small village of Agia Marina, in the center of Zakynthos, only 15 km from the capital of the island. The mountainous nature of the village matches perfectly with the museum, whose exhibits represent the rich flora and fauna of Zakynthos and Greece in general. In fact, this is the only museum Leggi tutto...

Porto Roma is a quaint and small beach lying in the area of Vasilikos, 16 km southeast of Zakynthos Town. The beach has been named to honor of the famous Zakynthian personality, Alexandros Romas. It is gifted with a unique natural beauty of lush greenery and tall pine trees providing good shade for visitors. The whole area has remained pure Leggi tutto...

Zante Sea Discovery has been newly developed in Zakynthos for viewing Laganas gulf, he most unique place in Zakynthos with the crystal clear water, fascinating sea life with the sea turtle and varius fishes viewed through 22 giant under sea windows. An exhilarating, unique experience which should not be missed. During this 60 minute cruise, yellow submarine CaptainNemo’s crew will Leggi tutto...

The church of Agia Mavra in Maherado was built in the 14th century and it is among the most important churches in Zakynthos. It has an imposing Venetian bell tower next to the door. The church celebrates the memory of Agia Mavra on May 3rd. Leggi tutto...

The Monastery of Yperagathou belongs to the Monastery of Sina and dates back to the 17th century. It is dedicated to the Virgin Mary and the church inside this small monastery has some old icons and nice wall paintings. It is not inhabited now but used to be an important monastery for Zakynthos in the past. Yperagathou Monastery is located Leggi tutto...

Marathias is a secluded beach located 26 km southwest of Zakynthos Town, on the southern coast of the island, close to Keri. This is a nice place for relaxation and amusement. It is a rather sheltered place with no tourist facilities, like umbrellas and sundecks. This wonderful pebbled beach offers a spectacular rocky landscape that captivates visitors. The hills are Leggi tutto...