The Ionian Islands

This island group lies to the West of the Greek mainland. These islands are much greener and less densely populated than the others Greek islands and have a hospitable population, lush nature, forested mountains, varied landscapes and wonderful long (sandy) beaches with a clear blue sea. With the colors of sand and sea, you sometimes imagine yourself in the Caribbean.

These islands were ruled by the Venetian republic for a long time, this is also clearly visible in the architecture of some islands. The Ionian cuisine also has undeniable Venetian / Italian influences. Yet these islands have always managed to retain their Greek character.

The most well-known Ionian islands are Zakynthos, Ithaca, Corfu, Kefalonia, Lefkada, Paxi and Kythira.