Top 10 Sight seeings at Zakynthos. 1.The Shipwreck: Navagio Bay can only be accessed by the sea and viewed from a small platform situated ay the top of the towering cliffs. Probably the most photographed spot in Greece. Definitely worth a visit while at Zante. 2.The Blue Caves: Situated at the north-east side of the island. Accessible only by boats. Best time for a visit is very early the morning, when the light shines inside on to the water and makes everything turn to a deep shade of blue. 3.Marathonisi: Or the Turtle Island. Situated in Laganas Bay and provides one of the most important nesting homes for the famous Caretta-Caretta turtle. If you take a boat trip around the island you will probably see some turtles! 4.Zakynthos Town: Visitors may enjoy a long walk along the Port, do their shopping and have some rest at one of the many coffee-bars, restaurants or tavernas. Don’t forget to visit the Church of St Dionisios, the Solomos Square, the Byzantine Museum, and the little church of St Nikolaos tou Molou. 5.Bochali: Only a few minutes away from Zante town, on the top of a hill, offering wonderful views of the town and the port below at any time of the day of the night. Must to see the Venetian Fortress situated on the top of the hill and the view over Zakynthos is astonishing. 6.Keri: A traditional village on a hill with a lake by the Sea. Really scenic and relaxing area with many attractions around such as the Lighthouse, Keri Caves and Myzithres two large rocks in the sea near the beach. 7.Schiza: Schiza is the top of the cliff with a big cross memorial for those murdered during the civil war in Greece. Today is famous for the breathtaking views over the Ionian Sea (300m above the sea level) and the magical sunsets that offers. 8.Limnionas: A hidden paradise on earth, especially for the fans of diving and snorkeling. A unique place with a wild natural beauty. Accessible by car and boat. 9.Agios Nikolaos Port: A traditional fishing village with a small port and a fishing harbor. Connect Zakynthos island with Kefalonia island). A very quiet and relaxing place, away from it all. Must to see the Askos Stone Park, the Lighthouse, the Skinari Cape and the small islet of Agios Nikolaos. 10.Xygia Beach: A hidden gem away from the crowds, with clear waters and peaceful atmosphere. Also known as the Sulphur Beach. Swimming there has remedial qualities for arthritis and other diseases. Introductory note for Zakynthos A drive through the mountains takes you to a strip of stunning coastline fringed with small, quiet beaches
Posted on: Thu, 10 Apr 2014 13:56:09 +0000
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