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Zakynthos Island

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Zakynthos Island

Called "the Flower of the East" by the Venetians, Zakynthos is still one of the lushest and most-loved Greek islands, with green hillsides covered with flowers in spring and early summer, steep cliffs dropping to dazzling turquoise waters, and some of the country's best beaches.
Saint Dionysios Cathedral in Zakynthos
Church of Agios Dionysios
Markovitz 1, Zante, Zakynthos

This small church, built in 1925, contains the silver-encrusted sarcophagus of St Dionysios, the island’s patron saint. It survived the 1953 earthquake — proof, say devout islanders, of the Saint’s miraculous powers.

The Byzantine Museum, exterior view, at the “Platía Solomoú”, Zakynthos-City, Zakynthos, Greek Ionian Islands
Byzantine Museum of Zakynthos
Βυζαντινό Μουσείο Ζακύνθου, Plateia Solomos, Zakynthos

The main attraction is the collection of fine Orthodox icons and wall-paintings collected from the churches and monasteries that had been destroyed by the devastating 1953 earthquake. A model of Zakynthos Town prior to the disaster shows what the town looked like before the tragic event.

Torrone or nougat with nuts on wood background.
Zante Pleasure
12 Lombardou (next to Hotel Egli), Zante Port, Zakynthos Town

If you want to buy traditional pastry of Zakynthos, Zante Pleasure is the ideal destination for that. It is a family-run business which produces Mantolato (nougat), Pasteli (Sesame seed candy), Loukoumi (Turkish delight) and Μantoles (Caramelized roasted almonds).

Evil eye Amulet souvenirs
Roma Street
Roma Street, Zakynthos Town

Roma Street in Zakynthos Town is by far one of the most popular streets in town for its numerous shopping options. As well as clothing shops, handmade jewels and sweet treats, you will find a great assortment of souvenir shops, boasting folk art, gift ideas and unique handcrafts.

Zakynthos International Airport "Dionysios Solomos" (ZTH)
Zakynthos International Airport, Zakynthos

Zakynthos Airport is midway between Kalamaki and Laganas. It is located about 4 km from the major holiday resorts such as Tsivili or Laganas. There is no public transport from the airport. You will find plenty of taxi companies outside the terminal, or you can book one in advance.

Public Transport
Zakynthos Town, Zakynthos

A regular bus service connects all the main resorts to Zakynthos Town, with buses running throughout the entire day and tickets sold on board. Car rental is widely available and perhaps the best option if you are planning a tour of the island. Scooters and motorcycles may also be hired, but inexperienced riders should take great care.

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