Travel Guide to Zakynthos, Greece

Zakynthos is a beautiful island that attracts visitors by its picturesque nature landscapes, unique historical monuments and wide choice of entertainments. The majority of the local places of interest are nature resorts and the most frequently visited one of them is National Marine Park opened in 1999. You will find numerous attractions, several beaches, cafes and restaurants on the territory of the park. Here you can rent sports inventory, a boat or a cutter; children can participate in engaging and funny entertainment programs and games.

The most miraculous place on the island is the Azure Grotto. This is a system of caves that goes deep into underwater. Because of the specific reflection of sunrays in the grotto, water here has rich azure tint. In the western part of the island are located rocky cliffs that have quickly become popular among the climbing fans. Not only sportsmen will enjoy wandering on these beautiful surroundings; here you will find a camping zone and the rocky region has several routes for tourists.

Laganas is considered the most developed region of Zakynthos. Each year new hotels and resorts are opened here. Life doesn’t stop in Laganas all day long. On daytime you can attend cafes and restaurants with wonderful open terraces. At night the streets are lightened by neon advertisements that invite visitors to discos and casinos.

The town has historical places of interest as well. Among the most interesting sights recommended for visiting is Saint Dionysius Monastery built in the 18th century and named after the island’s protector. Mausoleum Museum of the poets Solomos and Calvos, Zakynthos Byzantine Museum and Museum of Outstanding People exhibit interesting collections of artifacts. Your rest on Zakynthos will be truly unforgettable and amazing, because this place has everything for interesting and entertaining pastime.