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Zakynthos Island is famous for its wide and beautiful sandy beaches (in Vassilokos, Laganas, Kalamaki, Tsilivi and Alykes) and turtles Caretta - Caretta, species protected by law. The island is rich and green vegetation especially in areas of the island's highest hill, with olive groves, citrus and pine forests. The beaches are scattered on the north coast, south and east, but the most beautiful and large is in the south, where a highly developed tourist center, which annually attracts many visitors from England, Germany, but also in the rest of Europe. Many modern hotels, the services and various entertainment possibilities waiting for tourists from May until October for the mild climate and strong sun of Zakynthos is a destination with extended summer season. Cave Abastra, bays, beach the wreck of a ship (Navaggio) is a representative picture of the island worldwide and one of the most visited points of interest. You can elect to beach and swim in crystal clear waters of the sea, diving or a cruise around the island, mountain expedition or just relax in the atmosphere and quiet here. Short overview of the island of Zakynthos Zakynthos is an island with a rich past, the island music, poetry and hospitality. Land's native Dionysios Solomos, the Greek national poet, the Hugo Foscolo and Xenopoulos, it was and still preserves a high level of cultural activity. Venetian influences and traditions Greek island confers specificity. In addition, due to various forms of art that have been grown and developed here, Zakynthos is also called "Florence of the East". Concerts and other cultural events are organized every year on the island. The Ionian islands, situated in the western Peloponnese (Corfu, Ithaca, Kefalonia, Kythira, Lefkada, Zakynthos) Zakynthos is the southernmost and third largest. Situated 300 km west of Athens, the island offers tourists can easily visit other islands in the Ionian Sea. Zakynthos is an island and the contradictions - the mountains with pine forests, fertile plains, numerous beaches, very different and difficult to count, ribs taxes led to the formation caves, such as for example the wonderful Blue Cave in northwestern island. The climate is mild Mediterranean, with high rainfall, but the sun in winter, the vegetation is rich, always green, which justify the designation of "Fior di Levante", and olives, citrus and grapes are in great demand. A crossroads for different peoples and cultures over the centuries, Zakynthos is noted and care given by nature. Tension remained unchanged areas of the island to protect and preserve marine life, the part known Caretta turtle. In Laganas Bay, the Greek government created the National Marine Park to protect the rare species of turtles. Wealth coach-coach: National Park lies in the southern island of Zante, over the Bay of Laganas. During July-August, females leave the sea at night, dig a nest of 50 inches deep in beach sand and bury their eggs. These beaches are flagged and they come Testoasele protected by law. Settlements and tourism facilities in the reconciled harmoniously with nature. Every tourist can thus enjoy modern comforts and services in the wild and civilized. About islanders and religion: Known as very faithful to God, people here have built an impressive number of churches in different places, wherever they were shown how many a sign from heaven. The island became a place of pilgrimage for the Christian world at certain festivals. The most important churches and monasteries that you intend to visit are: Cathedral of Aghios Dionysos - most beautiful island, only one escaped intact after an earthquake in 1953 that reminds canpanila Basilica San Marco in Venice, where was added to the coffin of St. Dionysus, patron of the city, Aghios Keriotissas built on the place was found miracle-working icon, it says that any attempt to move the icon was useless, Aghios Mavra - the second most important church in the island, Aghios Dimitrios - with a place in Dorian dialect, from the Temple of Artemis, Aghios Ioannis Thelogou - built on the ruins of the Temple of Artemis, Panagia tis Eleftherotrias - women's monastery, built in 1961, Aghios Nikolas - the inside of red and green with a beautiful iconostasis; Panagiatis Anafonistrias - after a shipwreck, people have found an icon of the Virgin and Child in his arms - for this, they built a chapel and a monastery, Aghios Penteleimonas - is a well of water inside the shrine, the faithful will use for healing, Aghios Nikolaos Megalowati - Icon of St. Nicholas in the ground near the iconostasis was found exactly in the same place, people just have added a silver frame that surrounds it, Aghia Marina - dedicated to St. Marina. Zakynthos Island was discovered by the son of Dardania - the king of Troy, was mastered by Ulysses, King Itaka, then occupied in turn by Macedonians, Romans, British, Venetians, French, Italians in Naples, Turkish-ruled and have a influenced it in its development, leaving his mark on the culture, architecture and lifestyle. Then came the "modern wave" of invasions: French (1797), Russia and Turkey (1799-1807), French Empire (1807-1814), British (1814-1864). On May 21, 1864, the Greek islands of the Ionian Sea were united under Greek flag, national anthem, "Ode to Freedom" was written by the Greek national poet, originally from Zakynthos, Solomos Dionisou. How do you get? WITH OWN CAR - from Salonika to Athens highway, and then up to Killin, now Zakynthos island from the mainland is by boat, daily, from port to port Kilin Zakynthos. BY PLANE FROM BUCHAREST - charter flights, more details please require for the agency. Beaches: Beaches are for all tastes: agolomerate or hidden and intimate, with golden sand and small white pebbles, some flat, others thin, beautiful and some not very busy, most times they are surrounded by mountains, rocky coasts, islands scattered in the turquoise waters, picturesque bays, woods, hidden caves and cliffs that rise above tight air a pleasant smell and power of the sea lilies that grow in the near beaches. HOTELS: There are possibilities for accommodation of all categories: villa with studios and apartments for an economical vacation, or 3 * hotels on special rates or vacation clubs luxurious 4 *- 5 * with all included. RESORTS: situated nearby city (within 20 km distance) they offer a pleasant vacation in the rhythm of your choice: beach and bathing, shopping, major stores and shops with souvenirs, sea sports, night life, excursions to discover the wild beauty island's silence in church or just rest on the seashore. MAJOR cities and states ZAKYNTHOS - capital of the island has the same name, has about 10,000 inhabitants, is located on the east coast, in golf and is a commercial center and port of the island, a city that must not miss: The main street, Marina, shopping center, Alexandrou Roma Street, Central Market Ayios Markos, Dionysios Solomos market, market Rouge, Monastery Ayios Dionysios, interesting museums, old houses with gardens bathed in jasmine, cafes and restaurants with traditional music. Kastro Castle offers exquisite views over the city and the Ionian sea. Strani Hill was inspiration for the lyrics of the Greek national anthem. Majority of buildings in the old center was destroyed during the 1953 earthquake in the Ionian islands, following which have very few buildings left standing. Building new high are preserved traditional architecture of the Ionian islands and create a picturesque and elegant atmosphere. Zakynthos town has notes of nostalgia and romance and a great view of the bay where he was. Kalamaki - Kalamaki is one of the most beautiful and picturesque resorts in Zakynthos, annually attracts thousands of tourists because of the relaxed atmosphere. The resort is ideally situated in a bay in south-eastern island of Zakynthos and stretches along the golden beaches which is declared a national park because of its beauty and species of turtle caretta - caretta which can be found here. Kalamaki is located 3 km from airport, 6 km south of Zakynthos island's capital and 5 km from Laganas (distance easily traveled by bus or taxis line with very affordable rates). The beach is large and clean, interrupted from place to place rocks with high sand hills in the top (ammolofoi, as locals call them). The whole area has an exotic note due to vegetation. Laganas - is the largest resort located 8 km from the capital Zakynthos and boasts one of the most beautiful and great beaches in Greece situated in a bay of 9 km. It is the largest tourist resort of the island with many Greek and international restaurants, bars, hotel complexes, intense night life with clubs of all kinds, sports, animation. In the Gulf of Laganas resort is located right Islands: Marathonisi, Ayios Sostis and Pelouzo. Tsilivi - ideal place to vacation, 5 km from the capital Zakynthos, with a long sandy beach and clear waters, rich nightlife and many shops of all kinds. PLAN - town situated 6 km from the capital, close to sandy beach (500m), is a picturesque village, became a tourist, what enchants tourists with its relaxed and traditional atmosphere. ALYKES - located 15 km from the capital, the resort is famous for water sports you can practice here. Organized excursions on the ground in ZAKYNTHOS: ISLAND TOUR - A day experience for all tastes: the pilgrimage visits to churches, fascinating landscapes, panoramic view from Kamp legendary image of the beach Navagio the boat failed, to taste local products in the picturesque village Volimes, optional visit the Blue Cave, all that you will remain as an experience of a single day in a special island. CROAZIERA - In search of turtles Caretta caretta A circuit with transparent and unreal boat in the blue waters of the Mediterranean, the Marathonissi - turtles and the mystical island of Keri Grote. Greek Night An evening party in the traditional Greek to know local customs, culinary specialties of Zakynthos and traditional beverages. You will learn alongside established artists and local people to dance rhythms zantiote. CROAZIERA around the island A wonderful opportunity to enjoy the Mediterranean sun in the middle, swinging on a boat with all the features of interest and to admire the beauty of the island. TRIP IN KEFALONIA Discover neighboring island of Kefalonia, less touristic and commercial much more beautiful and natural. TRIP in Athens and the Peloponnese (2 days, 1 night accommodation in Athens) We propose a special trip with visits to Athens, Mycenae, Epidaurus, Napflio (includes cost of transport bus, ferry fees, accommodation with breakfast at 3 * hotel in Athens, specialized guide, tour the Peloponnese). |
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