Corfu is the largest and most famous of the Ionian Islands. Its old town, Venetian forts, and the Achilleion Palace are UNESCO World Heritage highlights. The mountainous slopes of Kefalonia are home to charming villages like Assos. The island also boasts spectacular sea caves, including Melissani. The only way to access Navagio Beach on Zakynthos ►
Corfu is the largest and most famous of the Ionian Islands. Its old town, Venetian forts, and the Achilleion Palace are UNESCO World Heritage highlights. The mountainous slopes of Kefalonia are home to charming villages like Assos. The island also boasts spectacular sea caves, including Melissani. The only way to access Navagio Beach on Zakynthos is by boat. The island is also home to loggerhead turtles and blue caves with shimmering waters, ideal for swimming. Cliffs hide secret coves on Lefkada. The island is a nature lover's paradise and offers excellent hiking.
Ithaca, the homeland of Odysseus, offers a peaceful and picturesque setting. Paxos and Antipaxos are a dream for nature lovers. They are adorned with lush vegetation and turquoise bays surrounded by sea caves. The islands of Kalamos, Kastos, Meganissi, Skorpios, Thilia and Vido are also part of this region.
Antipaxos, nicknamed the "Greek Caribbean", has immaculate white sand beaches and crystal clear seas, perfect for swimming and diving. This region is rich in cultural heritage and natural beauty, promising an idyllic vacation under the sun, sea and sand.
Traditional festivals reflecting the diverse culture occur all year on The Ionian Islands. In Corfu, they celebrate St. Spyridon's feast day with processions and other events across town. Kefalonia celebrates vibrant carnivals. An event on Zakynthos celebrates Ionian music performed by local musicians. It occurs during the patron saint's festival. Lefkada brings together folk dance groups from around the world. Ithaca hosts local honey festivals. Meanwhile, Paxi and Antipaxi celebrate St. Christopher with religious events, fireworks, traditional singing and dancing, and picnics on paradise beaches.
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