Our beautiful Island Want to make plans to explore further? With Zakynthos being the third largest island of the Ionian, its geographical position ensures easy travel to neighboring islands and even the mainland of Greece.
Zakynthos town harbour has a ferry line connecting to the port of Kyllini on the mainland. A short journey across the Peloponnese brings one to the ancient city of Olympia, and then on to Athens.
Another ferry line connects the village of Agios Nikolaos (Zakynthos) to Pesada on Kefalonia, so one can island hop and be back at your villa by night time.
Zakynthos referred to as the flower of the East, a name from the Venetian occupation they called it “Fior di Levante as there are over 7,000 species of flora- breathtaking!
Culture & People
Zakynthians are a happy positive people with huge appreciation for culture and the arts and take great pride in hospitality and their heritage.
Music flows through the people of Zakynthos, as during the Venetian occupation, the art of serenades was created and they are called "Kantades", which you will enjoy in many local taverns.
Agriculture and farming are still a huge part of life, and we are proud of our local products, such as olive oil, currants, grapes and citrus fruit. The Zante currant is unique to the island, so make sure to take some home with you!
We enjoy :
Solomos Museum
Post Byzantine Art Museum
Helmis Natural History Museum
Wine Festivals
Theatre productions
Various singers perform concerts in summer at the open air theatre
St. Dionisios Celebrations - Twice a year, the Zakynthian people hold celebrations to honor the Patron Saint of the Island, Saint Dionisios. The biggest takes place on the 24th of August every year.
