The island is named after Zakynthos, the son of a legendary Arcadian chief Dardanus. The name, like all similar names ending in -nthos, is pre-Mycenaean or Pelasgian in origin. Zakynthos has a thriving tourism industry.
The mild, Mediterranean climate and the plentiful winter rainfall endow the island with dense vegetation. The principal products are olive oil, currants, grapes and citrus fruit.
The capital, which has the same name as the prefecture, is the town of Zakynthos; apart from the official name, it is also called Chora (i.e. the Town, a common denomination in Greece when the name of the island itself is the same as the name of the principal town). According to the 2001 census, the island has a population of 38,957.
Among the most famous Zakynthians is the 19th century poet Dionysios Solomos, the principal modern Greek poet and author of the national anthem of Greece. His statue adorns the main town square. Also the explorer Juan de Fuca (Ioannis Focas) and the Italian poet Ugo Foscolo were born here.
National Marine Park of Zakynthos
Located in
Zakynthos,
Ionian Islands,
Ionian Islands,
Greece
Zakynthos’ Marine Park is located along the southern coast from the promontory of Marathia’s Cape to the beach of Gerakas, including the outback of the beaches of Limni Kerì, Laganas and Kalamaki and the Strofades, two small islands 50 nautical miles...
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La Bruschetta
Located in
Zakynthos,
Ionian Islands,
Ionian Islands,
Greece
On Zakynthos' island, on a small hill overlooking the wonderful bay of Keri (turtle Bay), there is the Restaurant "La Bruschetta", the best Italian Restaurant and Pizzeria of the island joining the pleasure of good cuisine to the enchanting panorama of th...
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Akrotiri Tavern
Located in
Zakynthos,
Ionian Islands,
Ionian Islands,
Greece
In Akrotiri village, one of the most beautiful areas of the island, there is the tavern “The Akrotiri†since 1983, in a beautiful garden.
There, you can find the most variety of appetizers all over the island, everything cook...
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Watersports Centre
Located in
Zakynthos,
Ionian Islands,
Ionian Islands,
Greece
Our Watersports Centre is located in
St. Nicholas beach, close to the Vasilikos Beach Hotel in the south part of the island.
St. Nicholas is a marvellous sandy beach with turquoise blue water where you’ll have the opportunity to relax or to spend yo...
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Belvedere Hotel & Luxury Suites
Located in
Zakynthos,
Ionian Islands,
Ionian Islands,
Greece
The Belvedere boutique Hotel is the perfect place for a holiday, located amongst Cypress trees in the beautiful verdant area of Vasilikos; undoubtedly one of the prettiest places on Zakynthos.
Vasilikos is a charming village still relatively untouched...
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Blue Birds Rentals
Located in
Zakynthos,
Ionian Islands,
Ionian Islands,
Greece
Blue Bird Rentals promise you satisfaction guarantee in your car or bike hire!
If you want to be free to visit the island by yourself, it's better to rent a car, jeep, bike or scooter. In this way you can discover fantastic beaches and places.
Blue Bird...
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Limanaki
Located in
Zakynthos,
Ionian Islands,
Ionian Islands,
Greece
Limanaki literally means “small harbour” and this self catering accommodation overlooks the beautiful sandy beach of Bouka that you can reach just following a 50 meters path.
Our apartments are located 6 km far from Zakynthos town and are very close...
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Kaliva pub
Located in
Zakynthos,
Ionian Islands,
Ionian Islands,
Greece
Kaliva pub is placed near the sea in the tourist village of Tsilivi.
We like to suggest you this pub as one of the most particular in Zante island for the different shows and entertainment that offers during the summer.
Kaliva pub is open both day and...
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Vardiola Tavern
Located in
Zakynthos,
Ionian Islands,
Ionian Islands,
Greece
Vardiola Tavern has been included in zanteisland.com best restaurants’ list both for the quality of the food and for the traditional atmosphere. Vardiola is placed just few metres from Porto Koukla beach, between Laganas and Lithakia area...
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Ilyessa Cottages
Located in
Zakynthos,
Ionian Islands,
Ionian Islands,
Greece
These beautiful cosy cottages are of the highest standards and made with respect to the tradition inspired from the nature and culture of Zakynthos.
Let in landscaped gardens, offering excellent views of the Ionian Sea.
The golden sandy beaches of the ...
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Byzantine Museum of Zakynthos
Located in
Zakynthos,
Ionian Islands,
Ionian Islands,
Greece
The Museum was built after the earthquake of 1953. It was organised by the Academician Manolis Hadzidakis and was opened to the public in 1960.
The Museum collections include:
1. Works in wood and wood carving (16th - 19th centuries)
2. Wall paintings...
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Luna Fun Park
Located in
Zakynthos,
Ionian Islands,
Ionian Islands,
Greece
Luna Fun Park is located in the centre of Tslivi town; the perfect village for those who love to enjoy the night life after a day spent laying on the beach.
Luna Fun Park has born as a fun area and is the right place for every age persons.
We have a ve...
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Nero Sport Diving Center
Located in
Zakynthos,
Ionian Islands,
Ionian Islands,
Greece
Zakynthos is our island, visited and appreciated by all the Mediterranean lovers, but still far from the big tourism.
Here the rhythms o the life are so slow, and the visitors will be impressed by the charming landscape, the relaxing environment and the ...
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Vasilikos Beach Hotel
Located in
Zakynthos,
Ionian Islands,
Ionian Islands,
Greece
The Vasilikos Beach Hotel, is one of the most comfortable and well -organised hotels on Zakynthos and owes its name to the area where it is built.
Vassilikos is in fact the southern part of the island, very close to the marine park gulf, it is very luxu...
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Harmony Hotel
Located in
Zakynthos,
Ionian Islands,
Ionian Islands,
Greece
Recently built in the intimate gulf of Limni Kerì, in the south part of the island, Harmony hotel is the ideal solution for those who want to spend their holidays in high quality accommodation.
Our hotel is set few meters far from the sea with an ...
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Pelouzo Restaurant
Located in
Zakynthos,
Ionian Islands,
Ionian Islands,
Greece
Together with the most famous Greek specialities like Mousaka, we also offer Thai and Chinese dishes, fresh fish and shellfish.
Very often we playing live music as blues and traditional Zakynthian songs during your meal to make it unforgettable.
We are ...
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Crystal Beach Hotel
Located in
Zakynthos,
Ionian Islands,
Ionian Islands,
Greece
Crystal Beach Hotel is one of the most beautiful hotels of Kalamaki tourist centre.
Kalamaki is maybe the best developed village of the island, few kilometres far from Zakynthos town, and the Crystal Beach hotel has been built directly on the beach over...
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