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  Travel-To-Zakynthos.com - The Best Guide To Zakynthos Island, Greece   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-09-26)
Zakynthos (Zante) is the southernmost and third largest in both size and population of the Ionian Islands.
It is situated 8,5 nautical miles south of Zakynthos and 9,5 nautical miles west of the Peloponese and approximately 300 kilometres west of the capital of Greece, Athens.
The climate in Zakynthos is mild mediterranean with both heavy rainfall during the winter monthw and brilliant sunshine in the summer.
www.travel-to-zakynthos.com   (496 words)

  
 Castello Beach Hotel in Zakynthos island.
Zakynthos, the island of our national poet Dionysios Solomos, the island of the 'Kantades' and 'Arekies', (folk songs) - the island of paradise.
Zakynthos, a vision of beauty combines mountain and sea.
An emerald in the azure waters of the Ionian Sea waiting to be explored by the visitor on beautifull beaches, lushly green mountains, incredible sights and the coexistence of the inhabitands and visitors with the renowned caretta caretta sea turtle.
www.castellobeach.com   (257 words)

  
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Under the recent administrative reform, Zakynthos comprises six demes or districts, among which are the town of Zakynthos and some 50 villages and settlements in the region.
Still in the southeastern part of Zakynthos, Argasi is a lush green valley that opens out onto the sea, onto another lovely beach, while Vassilikos, with houses scattered over a large area, nestling among greenery and with abundant water, farmlands and orchards, as well as pretty beaches, constitutes yet another of the island's attractions.
Zakynthos is the capital and port of the island, located at the foot of Bochali hill.
www.zakynthos.gr /english/tour/tour_en.htm   (1130 words)

  
 Zante Guru - introduction to Zakynthos
Zakynthos is the sixth of the Ionian islands, west of the Coast of Ilias.
Zakynthos Town, previously known as 'The Venice of the South' was ravaged by a fire that spread from the taverna kitchens.
The Mediterranean monk seal is native to the waters of Zakynthos and is part of the rich wildlife on this island.
www.zanteguru.com /intro/intro.html   (1279 words)

  
 Xenos Travel Group : Zakynthos (Zante island) Greece
Zakynthos is the southernmost of the Ionian Islands and third largest in area and population.
The climate of Zakynthos is mild and mediterranean, with a lot of rain and sunlight, to which it owes the lush vegetation that has always characterized it, justifying its description as fior de Levante (flower of the East) by Homer and the Venetians respectively.
Zakynthos is also an island with abundant agricultural produce, relying primarily on the cultivation of olives, citrus fruit and currants, with developed entrepreneurial activity, mainly in the tourist sector, and with a rich historical tradition, as the
www.xenos.ws /en/zakynthos.php   (363 words)

  
 Zakynthos town
Zakynthos is located at the base of the hill of Bochali and it is at the same time chief town and main port of the island.
Zakynthos offers many interesting things to the visitor such as the famous church of San Dionisio, that keeps the relics of the saint, the numerous museums and the characteristic squares of D. Solomos and Saint Mark; this one dated back to the Venetian period and with the only one catholic church of the island.
Once passed the port of Zakynthos and proceeding north, the beach coasting the seafront is very long and narrow; it isn’t one of the most beautiful but nearby it is possible to find different possibilities of diversion such as tennis courts, children parks and yacht clubs.
www.zanteisland.com /html/english/zante.htm   (514 words)

  
 history of Zakynthos island, greece
Zakynthos arrived in the island from the Arcadian city of Psofida and settled in the island around 1500 BC, when he built the homonymous city.
During the Mycenaean period the island was part of the kingdom of Ithaca and the inhabitants of Zakynthos along with Odysseus participated in the Trojan War.
After the Trojan War, Zakynthos was detached from the domination of Ithaca and for seven centuries it led a free and democratic life.
www.greek-tourism.gr /zakynthos/historyuk.htm   (1308 words)

  
 GNTO-Greek Islands-Zakynthos-Historic Facts
Later, the island of Zakynthos, along with Lefkada and Kefalonia, was conquered by Laertis, son of Arkissios, king of Kefalonia.
The island of Zakynthos was free from German Occupation in 1945.
Nikolaos Koutouzis was born in Zakynthos in 1741.
www.hri.org /infoxenios/english/ionian/zakynthos/history.html   (2530 words)

  
 Zakynthos
As the plane neared Zakynthos the whole of the island was clearly visible from the air.
Zakynthos town however is not so easy to figure out, not by car that is. The roads are mostly one-way and sometimes a one-way street that you are driving is suddenly the wrong way.
Zakynthos Town is a very lively place having many nice squares with open-air cafes or tavernas to take a seat on a hot day and watch the world go by.
edelhaid.tripod.com /zakynthos   (1851 words)

  
 Zakynthos
Zakynthos has a varied terrain, with fertile plains in the southeastern part and mountainous terrain with steep cliffs along the coasts on the west.
Zakynthos town coordinates are: latitude 37.79139/37°47'29 N, longitude: 20.89528/20'53'43 E. The mild, Mediterranean climate and the plentiful winter rainfall endow the island with dense vegetation.
The municipality of Zakynthos (Zakynthion) with a population 16475 is divided in
www.mlahanas.de /Greece/Cities/Zakynthos.html   (1073 words)

  
 Zakynthos travel guide - Wikitravel
Zakynthos is served by one airport (airport code ZTH), located towards the south end of the island near to the resort of Laganas and Kalamaki, it caters for both international and domestic flights.
Zakynthos, due to mild winter rainfall, is an extremely lush island; the Venetians (who conquered it) referred to it as 'Il fiore del Levante'-- the Flower of the Levant.
Zakynthos, like its neighbour Kefalonia, was heavily affected by the massive earthquake of 1953 and subsequently a lot of its stunning Venetian architecture was sadly destroyed.
wikitravel.org /en/Zakynthos   (1830 words)

  
 Zakynthos Greece, Zante Greece, Zakinthos Greece
After the fall of Constantinople, Zakynthos fell under the domination of the Orsinis until 1485, when it was seized by the Venetians and remained under them for over 300 years.
n 1807, Zakynthos was seized by the French aristocrats and in 1809 by the British, who placed the capital of the Ionian state at Zakynthos.
Today, Zakynthos is a large touristic center due to its beautiful capital together with its excellent beaches and its unique flora and fauna.
www.greekhotel.com /greekislands/zakynthos   (414 words)

  
 NWO - The Zakynthos Archaeology Project 2006-2010
The Zakynthos Archaeology Project 2006-2010 is a multidisciplinar programme of archaeological research with the aim to gain more insight in the archaeology of Zakynthos and to reconstruct landscape dynamics on the island.
Zakynthos, the southernmost of the Ionian islands, is conveniently situated along maritime routes and its climate and geomorphology are very favourable for agriculture and animal husbandry.
A better insight in the archaeology of Zakynthos and in the landscape dynamics on the island is of importance, firstly, for research into long-distance maritime contacts, notably with regard to the role of the Ionian islands in maritime networks of communications between the Italian area and the Aegean.
www.nwo.nl /projecten.nsf/pages/2300132491   (357 words)

  
 Zakynthos Villas: A list of houses & villas in Zakynthos by Bestour
It is 17 km from the capital Zakynthos Town and the main port of the island,12 km from the Airport and 550m closest beach.
The complex is located in Zakynthos in the area between the historical village of Tragaki (1,5km) and the famous holiday resort of Tsilivi (1km).
Vanessa villas is in Porto Roma and the distance from Zakynthos town and main port 12 km, Airport 15 km, Nearest Sandy Beach 300m.
www.bestour.gr /zakynthos-villas.htm   (912 words)

  
 Zakynthos Greece: Complete guide to Zakynthos Island
The island of Zakynthos Greece or Zante, a very popular destination, was called by the Venetian “The Flower of the Orient”, for being one of the most beautiful islands of the Ionians.
Zakynthos island has impressive landscapes, long golden sandy beaches diving into crystalline waters, a Marine Park for the protection of the sea-turtle, beautiful pine-covered mountains, traditional villages with stone houses, and a charming capital to offer, but also some animated beach resorts with many restaurants and bars, beautiful orthodox churches, archaeological sites, Venetian castles...
An overview of Zakynthos, information about villages, beaches, transportations, history, churches, museums, maps, weather, photos, festivals and much more such as a large range of accommodations or other islands in Greece.
www.zakynthos-greece.biz   (414 words)

  
 Zakynthos, Zante, Ionian Islands, Holiday, Vacation & Travel Guide.   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-09-26)
Despite being shaken by earthquakes Zakynthos is still the "Flower of the Levant" (Fiore di Levante) praised by the Venetians for its gentle climate, its luxuriant flora, its fertile soil and the charm of its inhabitants.
From 1489 to 1797 Zakynthos belonged to Venice which maintained an oligarchy of nobles inscribed in a Golden Book; this was a period of intense activity.
In the late 18C and early 19C Zakynthos became a breeding ground for poets, whose work was a blend of the Hellenic and Italian cultures: Ugo Foscolo (1778-1827), a master of romantic Italian literature, who campaigned for the independence of Italy and died in England.
holidays-in-greece.com /ionian/zak   (458 words)

  
 Greece Travel Guides - Zakynthos Greece - Online Travel Guide to Greece & Greek islands - Mykonos - Santorini - Rhodes ...
The town of Zakynthos extends in a semi-circle, between the Castle hill and the sea.
The town of Zakynthos (or Chora) was built upon the ruins of the old town, which was razed by the devastating earthquake of 1953.
The church dedicated to Saint Dionysios is situated in the front street of Zakynthos town; it was built in 1708 and was reconditioned in 1764.
www.travel-guide-greece.com /greece-guide/Zakinthos/Zakinthos.asp   (754 words)

  
 Zakynthos Zante
Zakynthos is almost triangular in shape, with two green mountainous promontories extending into the sea to form the huge bay of Laganas.
With a sunny climate most of the year and good roads to facilitate exploring, Zakynthos lends itself to holiday-making in spring and fall as well as summer.
The Shipwreck is the most famous of Zakynthos beaches and one of the most famous photographs of Greece.
www.zakynthos.ws   (549 words)

  
 Zakynthos island in Greece, introduced by Almi Yachts
Zakynthos (Zante) is an idyllic island, whose magic will remain in your memory forever.
It is believed that the first settlers on Zakynthos came in the 16th century BC from the Peloponnese.
The island was to fall under both Athenian and Spartan rule during the Classic age, and when Philip II of Macedonia and his son Alexander the Great expanded the Macedonian borders, Zakynthos became a vassal.
www.almiyachts.com /greek_islands/ionian_islands/zakynthos/zakynthos_greece.html   (971 words)

  
 ::Seaside::Appartments to rent::Keri Lake - Zakynthos
Zakynthos is a small, extremely beautiful island, at the south-western part of Greece, in the Ionian Sea.
Moreover, many writers, painters, sculptors, composers, etc. were born, lived, and flourished in Zakynthos; some of their creations can be seen and admired in the Museum of the town of Zakynthos.
Zakynthos, moreover, is "home" of some rare species of sea animals, mammals, and birds.
seaside-zakynthos.tripod.com /zakynthos.html   (332 words)

  
 Zakynthos Zante sailing holidays - yacht charters Zakynthos
Zakynthos (Italian Zante), the most southern island of the Ionian Islands, lies off the west coast of the Peloponnese.
With its beautiful scenery and excellent bathing beaches, Zakynthos is very popular with yacht charters and tourists in general.
With a strong southerly it is better to anchor in the SW, though clear of the turning circle of the ferries.
www.sailingissues.com /greekislands/zakynthos.html   (306 words)

  
 Zakynthos Greece Zakynthos Hotels, Car Rentals, Travel Information, Map of Zakynthos Island (Zante, Zakinthos)
South of the capital town of Zakynthos (Zante) are the cosmopolitan beaches of Argasi, Banana, Agios Nikolaos and Vasilikos.
While in Zakynthos Greece you should taste the local delicacies which are served at the traditional tavernas and restaurants, such as cock in a wine sauce, rabbit in a tomato sauce and the local sweet called “fytoura” (fried semolina with cinnamon and sugar), which is sold at stands by the port and in pastry shops.
The temperatures in Zakynthos Greece from January to March, range from 10°C to 17°C. In April and May Zakynthos weather is warmer, with temperatures ranging from the high teens to the mid 20s.
www.united-hellas.com /tourism/zakynthos   (1923 words)

  
 Zakynthos! alles over het Griekse eiland Zakynthos
Zakynthos staat bekend om zijn grillige westkust, hoge kliffen met daartussen onbereikbare verlaten strandjes.
Zakynthos kun je bereiken per chartervlucht vanuit Nederland in de zomermaanden.
Zakynthos is hiermee in zowel 2003 als 2004 na Kreta, Kos, Rhodos en Korfoe de vijfde bestemming voor nederlandse chartervluchten naar Griekenland (Bron: Grieks Verkeersburo)
www.griekenland.net /zakynthos.htm   (495 words)

  
 Zakynthos Hotels: Read Zakynthos Hotel Reviews and Compare Prices - TripAdvisor   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-09-26)
#3 hotel in Zakynthos for singles, #3 for families.
#16 hotel in Zakynthos for singles, #2 for families.
#8 hotel in Zakynthos for singles, #1 for families.
www.tripadvisor.com /Hotels-g189462-Zakynthos_Ionian_Islands-Hotels.html   (754 words)

  
 Zante Zakynthos Greece: Travel guide to Zakynthos Island or Zante, Ionian
Zakynthos (Zante) has beautiful long sandy beaches with crystalline waters which attract thousands of visitors every year as well as the endangered specie of sea turtle Caretta-Caretta which come during the reproduction period to lay their eggs in the soft golden sand of the beaches.
The superb beaches of Zakynthos Greece are famous in Greece for their unspoiled beauty and their mirror-like emerald waters.
The most famous beach of the island of Zakynthos in Greece is the wonderful Navagio Beach (Shipwreck beach) which has fine white volcanic sand, turquoise waters and the remains of a ship which are emerging from its perfect sand.
www.greeka.com /ionian/zakynthos   (378 words)

  
 Zakynthos villas & Holiday villas Zakynthos
The superb beaches of Zakynthos are famed for their natural unspoiled beauty, fine white volcanic sand and turquoise waters.
Zakynthos has a great variety of night-time entertainment with something to suit every taste.
Later on, the livelier atmosphere and faster tempo found in Zakynthos is perfect for dancing into the early hours.
www.jamesvillas.co.uk /regions/Zakynthos/index.cfm   (576 words)

  
 Zakynthos - Zante - Zakinthos island of Ionian Sea   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-09-26)
The environment of Zakynthos has become a subject of international interest due to the reproduction of a rare type of sea turtle Caretta-Caretta, protected by international agreement and also under Greek legislation.
HOSPITAL-FIRST AID: Zakynthos has a health system that meets a high standard beginning with first aid service and medical care at the General Hospital of Zakyntos (tel.2695042514-5) and extending to many private doctor's offices, with a full range of specialists, as well as the pharmacies that can be found throughout the island.
Hundreds of thousands of tourists from throughout the world are coming to the island to enjoy the natural beauty, the sun and the the sea as well as the colorfully intense life of the Ionian islands and the hospitality of the inhabitants.
angelos.joyhost.gr /dimrap/zante.html   (1750 words)

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