MUNDOTEKA 1- Europa

[Nettus]

Kythira

Isla de Kythira


Kicira o Tsirigo, una isla jónica, está situada al sur del Peloponneso.
Es una isla con larga historia qué tiene su propio carácter y estilo.
Hoy en día Kythira atrae la atención de numerosos visitantes extranjeros y griegos por sus maravillosos pueblos, excavaciones arqueológicas, limpias aguas del mar, playas y costas pedregosas.
El castillo y el arqueológico museo de Jora, monasterios (Mirtidia, Agia Moni, Agia Elessa), cueva de Agia Sofía, catarata de Fonissa y el tradicional hundimiento de Kato Jora a Mylopotamos, Paliojora, el puente y el bizantino museo a Kato Livadi y otros tradicionales pueblos son algunos lugares de interés.
Playas: Kapsali, Fyri Ammos, Jalkos, Melidoni, Kaladi, Avlemonas, Paliopoli, Agia Pelaya, Diakofti y muchas otras.

KKythira Related:
Villages . Beaches . Churches . Museums . Architecture . History
Kythira on Google Maps
Kythira Virtual Tour
Routes Timetable PORFYROUSSA
Kythira - Video

Kythιra or Tsirigo is a beautiful picturesque island which is found 20 km south of the Cape of Maleas in Peloponnese. Although Kythera and Antikythera belong to Peloponnese geographically and to Attica prefecture administratively, they are located in the islands of Ionian Sea, because they had had common historical course for a long time.
Kythera, Goddess' Aphrodite and Eros' island are characterized by landscape multiformity. The countless idyllic landscapes, the traditional settlements, the picturesque watersides, the impressive caves, the narrow streets, the especial churches, the Venetian and Byzantine monuments entrance the visitor.

Except for the natural beauties, in Kythιra there are many important sights. In Chora, the traditional small houses of insular architecture and the scenic backstreets relax the visitor. There, we find the imposing Castle and the Archeological Museum of Kythera. In Avlemonas, there are ruins of ancient buildings. Visit the waterfall of Murderess in Mylopotamos as well as the stone bridge in Katouni, which was constructed by English in 1829

Foto: Arne Proffe

On the island there are a lot of old churches and monasteries. It's worth visiting, in Palaiopoli, the church of Saint Kosmas, built with materials of Aphrodite's temple, and the church of Saint Georgios, the floor of which is paved with byzantine mosaics. Murals of 12 th century adorn the church of Saint Andreas in Livadi.
Kythera, mostly in summer, attracts many Greek and foreign visitors thanks to the limpid sea and the sandy beaches that alternate with rough rocky coasts. In most beaches, the coast is a combination of sand and pebble
You will enjoy the sun and the sea at the beaches of Halkos, Sparagario, Agia Pelagia, Melidoni, Kaladi, Komponada, Palaiopoli, Lorentzos and Plateia Ammos… On the island, there are two beaches with the name Fyri Ammos; Fyri Ammos of Kalamos which has been rewarded in past with the award “Gold Starfish” for its natural beauty and the cleanness of its waters, and Fyri Ammos of Agia Pelagia. Both, as their name intimate, have got red sand and pebbles.
In the north side of the island, the famous for its sunset beach of Lykodimos is found. At Kalami beach, the deep blue waters between a range of rocks compose a fascinating landscape. At the picturesque small port of Avlemonas, you will take a cool plunge from the rocks and you will enjoy your coffee or your food at a cafeteria or a restaurant that you will find around.
How you can get there
By Plane: There are daily flights from Eleftherios Venizelos airport to Kythira. The duration of flight is 30 minutes approximately.
Coastally: Ships depart daily from Piraeus Port, Gythio Port, Neapoli of Laconia and Kasteli of Crete Port to Kythira.

Kythira Island Map
Kythira Island Photos
Kythira Island Videos
Kythira Island Tips
Hotels in Kythira Island
Nostalgic atmosphere
Traditional hotel
Hotel Porto Delfino
Nostos pension
Hotel Margarita

Evi studios
Petros studios
Castello studiosThings To Do in Kythira Island
Cave of Agia Sophia
Kapsali
Chitra rock island
Seat of the Blue Sea line
Walking out of Kapsali!
Kythira, chapels

Aghia Pelagia
Kapsali
Kythira, the Chora
Agia Ellessa» More Things To Do in Kythira Island
Restaurants in Kythira Island
Seafood!
Fresh fish
Rouga
By the little river...
Nightlife in Kythira Island
The best lighting !!
Best lightingOff the Beaten Path in Kythira Island
Agioi Akindinoi
Paleochora
Agioi Akindinoi
Palaiochora

HOW TO GET TO KYTHIRA
There are a lot of ways to come to Kythira. Plane from the international Airport of Athens or boat from Piraeus.Also roadly up to Gythion and Neapoli Lakonia and from there again by boat. If you come from Crete you will find the boat in Kasteli of Kissamos (district of Chania). Furthermore there are flying dolphins departing from the port of Piraeus .
You will find more information in the travel agencies, where you will buy your tickets. And don’t forget always in time, because the demand is big. Now if you come with your ship look the information in the category Marina.
.

Warnings or Dangers in Kythira Island
Book everything in advance!!Transportation in Kythira Island
Ferries
Sailing to KythiraShopping in Kythira Island
Sempreviva
SEMPREVIVA
FATOURADAGeneral Tips in Kythira Island
Archaelogical Museum of Kithira
Historical Kythira

)))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))) ))))))))))))
Isla de Antikythira

Overview of Antikythira Island . History of Antikythira . Archaeology| Mythology Architecture of Antikythira . Areas of Antikythira Island| Museums . Beaches of Antikythira Island . Churches & Monasteries| Hotels in Antikythira Island . Useful Phone Numbers . Photo Gallery
F/B Myrtidiotissa
Map of Antikythira

Kythira Antikythira island: Antikythira is a very small island which is located to the southeast of Kythira and belongs to the Ionian Islands. This tiny island has a long history, although today it is declining. Antikythira has only 50 inhabitants that live permanently on the island and most of them are elderly. In summer, the village gets livelier with tourists or immigrants that come on the island, but still this number doesn't overpass 300 or 400 people.
Traces of Minoan settlements have been found on the island and generally its connection to Crete is strong all over the history of Antikythira. Since 300 B.C., the island had been continuously affected by pirate attacks, which destroyed the island many times. The island was re-inhabited in the Roman Era and, in 1204 A.D., the Venetians took over Antikythira and built a small garrison there to control the naval passage from the West to the East. The island soon became a refuge for Greek Revolutionists from Crete and the Peloponnese, who were fighting against the Ottomans.
After the fall of the Venetian democracy in 1797, Antikythira was left unattended without having a government. In 1815, it was added to English sovereignty. In 1864, along with the other Ionian Islands, Antikythira became part of Greece. During the Second World War, the island was controlled first by the Italians and then by the Germans. After the Greek Civil War and till 1964, the island received political exiles, mainly communists. In the 1960s and 1970s, most of its inhabitants moved to Australia and America in search for a better life, but still keep strong relations with their homeland.
The development of the island started in the 1980s, where electricity was installed on the island and water storages were built. At the end of the 1990s, the harbour was expanded and a small shelter for the fishing boats was constructed. The roads are paved now and a heliport serves the emerge situations of the inhabitants.
Today, Antikythira bases its economy on fishing. Tourism is not developed yet and only a few rooms to rent can be found. The most important settlement is Potamos, where you can also find a policeman and a doctor. All around the island, you will find nice, small beaches to swim, such as Xeropotamos beach, close to which there lies the ancient fortified town of Kastro and the remains of the temple of Apollo.
The most known festival on Antikythira is the name day of Agios Myronas, on August 17th, which is the patron saint of the island. This time Antikythira is at its peak and many pilgrims come. This small island can be accessed by boat from Kythira in 2 hours, Gythion in the opposite coast of Laconia in 5 hours or Kastelli, Crete in 4 hours.

Antikythira is a small island between Kythera and Kissamos of Crete. The scenic hamlets and the natural beauties of the island will charm you. Here, you will enjoy swimming, as the island has got wonderful beaches, with most distinctive, this of Xyropotamos, as well as the walking routes in pure nature. At the bottom of the sea of Antikythera, a wreck of 1 st century B.C. was found in 1900 that gave many interesting findings, which are exhibited today in the Archeological Museum of Athens, with most known the statue of “The Adolescent of Antikythera”.
Kythira is the ideal destination for those who want to pass calm and relaxing holidays, but also for those who search for a vivid life and entertainment. Aphrodite's island waits for you and promises to give you unforgettable experiences.

[Nettus]

Paxi

Isla de Paxi

• La isla mide aproximadamente 8 x 4 km y la "capital" es Gaios.
• Población: unos 2 500

PAXOS or PAXI is one of the smallest of the Ionian chain of Greek islands off the western coast of mainland Greece at just 8km long by 3km wide.
Paxos feels like an island in miniature with dinky beaches, toytown villages and small, dainty mountains. This pretty island oozes charm and is covered in dense olive groves whose fruit is renowned for the highest quality olive oil.
Such a small island, with just three main resorts, can sometimes feel crowded, especially when the Italians arrive on an August summer break. Paxos is also a favourite with yacht flotillas and a boat is the only way to it as there is no airport.
Though not particularly easy to get to Paxos is a sought after holiday destination for independent travellers.

• Beaches are small and stony but, in high season, Paxos can get crammed as the overnight passing flotilla crews mix with the many day trippers.
• Paxos has only three main resorts, all with natural harbours, and with Gaios the biggest and busiest.
• Abundant flora and fauna make Paxos a favourite with amateur botanists and ornithologists, especially in spring.
• The endless ranks of olive trees can make walks on inland Paxos hillsides pretty but monotonous. The ancient trees are rarely sprayed and each family has its own grove; the result is a golden oil that has snaffled a clutch of international medals.
• The bane of Paxos is it popularity with day trippers. Boats disgorge them in droves and it is not unknown for ferries to queue to tie up. In high season expect crowded tavernas and higher than average prices.

• Getting there: Flying boat from Corfu, Ferries from Corfu, Greece and Italy.
• Getting around: Car and bike hire, taxi, water taxi and daily island buses.

Gaios
Most ferries arrive in the main toytown port at GAIOS, named after the saint who brought Christianity to the island. Tiny, compact and very attractive the resort has a crescent quayside backed by a handsome Venetian square.
Cafes and tavernas fringe the harbour and day trippers from Corfu and other islands provide plenty of business for the locals. Streets are too narrow for cars but it is not unknown to get stuck in human traffic in the high season.
A couple of outlying islets Agios Nikolaos and Panagia provide natural protection from the sea and pleasant views for taverna customers,even if only glimpsed through the masts of opulent yachts moored at the quayside.
Views are better than the food, which tends to be bland and expensive - maybe because all the food is imported and, with a captive clientele, there is little incentive to improve.
Whitewashed alleys lead off the main square stuffed with souvenir shops that target the better heeled visitors. Wares are more sophisticated than usual - lots of good pottery and fine jewellery is on show.
Worth seeing are the castle on Agios Nikolaos, though you need a permit first from the local council and you can visit the monastery on Panagia islet.
The Church of Agios Apostoli behind the bus stop has many fine icons and there is an ancient cistern to the right of the church.


Paxi (Paxos) Vacation Rentals, HomeAway



CLICK HERE for details, images, rates for PAXOS hotels, apartments and villas



Holidays Paxos Greece Paxi Greek Islands Holiday Packages ...



Paxi - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Paxos Island Travel Paxi Greece Holidays - Greece Paxos ...


Loggos
LOGGOS is the smallest of the island ports (which is saying something) and even more photo-snappingly picturesque than Gaios. It is not much more than a cluster of flower-decked houses overlooking a small fishing harbour.
The east facing quay is an ideal spot for alfresco breakfast but you need to rise early or be prepared to squeeze by all the other tourists having the same idea.
The quality of the taverna menus here outshines the other resorts and it pays to book a table in the busiest summer months to ensure a meal. Picturesque seclusion is what sells this place and it sometimes doubles as a film set.
There are three mini markets and a bakery but not much in the way of tourist shops thankfully. There are a couple of bars and kafenion but no hint of a night club and long may it stay that way.
At one end of Loggos harbour stands the tall chimney at a disused soap factory. There been several plans to develop the site over the years as tourist apartments and even an arts centre but so far they have come to nothing.

Around Loggos
Just south of Loggos is a beautiful shingle beach at LEVERICHO with has a beach taverna, unusual for Paxos. The beaches' proximity to Loggos means it gets busier than most, though that is not saying too much on quiet little Paxos.
The road curls inland here so it requires a walk to get to the shingle beaches of KIPOSMARMARI. the latter set in a very pretty bay with the advantage of shade from the olive trees that grow right down to the shoreline.
There are many small coves in the area for those who like a spot to themselves, though many can only be reached by boat.
Further still is POUNDA which is served by a track from the main road. The track branches south and down a very steep track to the long pebble beach at KIPIADI, a favourite spot for yachts to anchor offshore.
Recent road improvements could mean this beach is about to get a lot more popular.
Lakka
LAKKA is approached through an unedifying building site, a bleak succession of half-built apartments. The least picturesque of the ports, it still has a friendly, less inhibited and unimposing air. Indeed a visit here can make other ports seem snooty in comparison.
It sits in a lovely horseshoe bay flanked by silver green olive groves and stands of cypress. The village itself has a small square hedged with Venetian buildings and a maze of narrow alleyways.
There are plenty of shops and mini markets and a fair number of tavernas and Italian restaurants. Music bars can stay open until the early hours.
The resort is simply not big enough to cope with the volume of day tripping traffic and boats often queue up to get through the narrow strait into the bay, fouling the water before crowding the quayside.
Most ferries from Corfu arrive at noon and stop for 2-3 hours. To meet the demand tavernas and bars have multiplied and it can now be a noisy place in the early afternoons.
Lakka is the best centre for island walking though as there are several good tracks leading inland or along the coast for spectacular cliffside views.


Around Lakka
Two pebble beaches around the western edge of the bay offer sunbathing. There is sand underfoot at HARAMI once you get in the water, a rarity on Paxos.
It also shelves gently into the sea so it is popular with families. The water is not always clean here though thanks to scores of yachts and boats that anchor in the bay. At the head of the bay is a small pebble beach at KANONI.
To get to beaches east of Lakka it is best to travel back inland along the asphalt road then branch off down one of the many tracks that lead to beaches.
First is ARKOUDAKI, accessible down a steep path and nearby ORKOS with a small pebble bay at LAKOS over the headland. The post popular beach along this stretch of coast is MONODENDRI ( the name means single tree).
There is another further south at GLYFADA but this can only be reached along a steep footpath from the south is rarely visited.
.

.

Paxos highlights

.
Paxos caves
West coast cliffs
Shoals of day trippers head by boat for the beaches of for sea grottos mostly found on the limestone cliffs of the exposed west coast.
Hired boats are not allowed here so the only way to see it from the sea an excursion boat. You can walk coastal paths but, of course, you don't get to experience the majesty of the cliffs though there are spectacular views.
The sea caves are stunning, quite the best anywhere in the Greek island and some are large enough to take pleasure boats.
The cave at KASTANITHA is the most impressive at 600 ft high though the largest is at GRAMMATIKO. All are worth a visit.
The cliffs above ERIMITIS BAY are very popular, particularly at sunset and the Sunset Bar is a very popular place in the evening.
Follow the signs from the hamlet at BOIKATIKA to get to it.
Thanks to David Watrous of Greek Islands Club for update
Antipaxos
The neighbouring and uninhabited islet of ANTIPAXI is very popular with day trippers and the main beach for those staying in Gaios.
There are houses on the islet which lies south of Paxos but they are not occupied all year round and used by families that have vineyards there.
Excursion boats are frequent in the summer and the journey time is only 15mins. A daily Antipaxos Lines boat leaves Gaios at 10am and returns 5pm.
There are two beaches, both at the northern end of the islet. VRIKA is sandy and VOUTOUMI is pebble, though sandy underfoot in the water.
The white sand and pebbles make for clear turquoise seas and some of the best swimming and snorkeling to be found in the Ionian. There are beach tavernas at both spots in the summer and paths run south where several quiet coves can be found.

[Nettus]

Paxos (Paxi)

paxos.foi.org.uk/rnb.php

PAXOS

How to get to Paxos
Flights
Car Ferries
Passenger Ferries
Ferry Timetables
Sea Plane
Sea Taxi

- GAIOS
- LAKKA
- LOGGOS
- ANTI PAXOS
- MOGGONISSI

Paxos Travel Agents
Getting Around.......
Car hire
Boat hire
Scooter & Bike Hire
Taxis
Local Bus & Coach Trips
Boat trips

Tavernas & Restaurants
Cafes Bars / Internet
Water Sports
Beaches
Greek Dancing to Zorba!
Marine Services
Beautician

Places/Dates of Interest
Property for Sale
Telephone Numbers
Paxos Weather
www.paxos-greece.com

Gaios is south of the island and is the largest town but it's still very much a working fishing port with caiques tied up in the harbour. When you approach Gaios from the north you enter a very beautiful inlet passing the islands of Panayia and St Nicholas.

This web site is designed for the "Independent Traveller" and provides all the information you need to make your own holiday in Paxos. You may wish however, to leave arrangements to the Paxos Travel Agents listed above.

Lakka is the second largest and is situated at the north end of the island. The bay is spectacular and it is very popular for boat owners who wish to stay a day or so.

Loggos is a very charming village with a harbour fronted by Tavernas and small bars. It's a great place to peacefully while away the time and is a great favourite with many visitors.

Paxos can be found 14 kilometres south of Corfu, 20 kilometres to the east is Parga on the mainland of Greece. Paxos covers an area of some 19 square kilometres and is one of a cluster of picturesque small islands set in the Ionian Sea. Paxos has no airport, can only be reached by ferry boat and recently by Sea Plane, and therefore, has been able to protect itself from the strain of modern tourism. Paxos is an island of endless olive groves and Anti Paxos one large vineyard. The eastern coastline of the islands are gentle compared to the west coast which are bold and abrupt, with caves, arches and shear cliffs. The capital of Paxos is Gaios a picturesque village built around a port which is protected by two small islands Agios Nikolas and Panagia. On the Northern side is the village of Lakka and on the east side is the very charming village of Loggos. You will find the pace is still unhurried, very relaxing with genuine friendly Greek hospitality at its best. Paxos has a permanent population of approximately 2,300 inhabitants.

.

(paxos.greece.com)

[Nettus]

Isla de Zakynthos

Isla de Zakynthos
Tsilivi is one of the up and coming tourist areas of Zakynthos. Recommended for those who love to combine mountain and sea with a bustling night life, the choices are many. Tsilivi is in the center of Zakynthos and therefore ideal for exploring the island's beaches and places of interest. The large sandy beach is one of the largest in Zakynthos. It has very shallow waters which make
it ideal for children. It's awarded with BLUE FLAG for its cleanliness and services. Many water sports are also taking place during summer season.


Distances:
4km from Zakynthos Town
4km from Zakynthos Port
8km from Zakynthos Airport
800m from Tsilivi beach
500m from Tsilivi centre
100m from nearest Cafe
74km from Patra's Central Port
274km from "El. Venizelos" Athens Airport
Killini - Zakynthos: 1 hour travel by Ferry Boats

También conocida por Zante. Con 123 Kms. de costas. El terreno de la isla es muy montañoso y de nuevo, como en el resto de las Islas Jónicas, encontramos fértiles y verdes llanuras. Sus costas son escarpadas y rocosas en el norte. En el sur son muy arenosas, formando diversos golfos de distintos tamaños, destacando el de Laganás. Alrededor de la isla existen numerosas otras isletas de pequeño tamaño.

Esta isla combina la vida tranquila y tradicional con el ambiente turístico más cosmopolita. La abundante vegetación, la variedad de playas y sus restos históricos son la mezcla perfecta para disfrutar en una isla como esta.


Según la mitología la isla toma el nombre de Zakinto, hijo del rey Dardano de Troya. Tiene comunicación diaria aérea con Atenas. Para ir en barco hay que desplazarse antes al Peloponeso y salir desde el puerto de Kilini, algo más complicado. Por mar se comunica con su vecina Kefalonia.

Zante - Wikipedia, la enciclopedia libre

Zakynthos o Zante es una isla perteneciente al grupo de las Jónicas que, al igual que sus compañeras, combina fértiles llanuras con terreno montañoso y grandes extensiones de playa con arena fina, ideal para vacacionar.


Además, se caracteriza por la amplia oferta de atracciones de todo tipo: deportes, cuevas, acceso a pequeñas islas ocultas, restos históricos, pueblos en donde reina la calma e, incluso, una activa vida nocturna.
.
Navagio, cerca de la bahía de Porto Vromi, es considerada la playa más bella de Zante. Sus aguas de color azul eléctrico se deben a las numerosas cuevas sulfúricas que la rodean. Desde la cima de una colina cercana, se obtiene una vista panorámica de ella que resulta simplemente asombrosa.


En la pequeña isla de Marathonissi, inhabitada, pueden observarse los grupos de tortugas marinas que se alimentan allí. Las visitas se realizan individualmente o en recorridos turísticos organizados. Una vez allí, es posible practicar snorkel, conocer la cueva de la isla y disfrutar de sus dos bellas playas.


Bochali es un encantador y pequeño pueblo ubicado sobre la cima de una colina que se eleva tras la ciudad de Zante. Numerosos restaurantes ofrecen cenas románticas bajo las estrellas. Allí puede visitarse la iglesia de Zoodos Pigi, que contiene íconos bizantinos, y en las proximidades se encuentra el gran bosque de pino, donde se erige un antiguo castillo veneciano. El castillo fue destruido parcialmente por un terremoto que devastó la isla en 1953. Desde este lugar, es posible obtener una vista de 360 grados, es decir, la vista panorámica de las cuatro costas de la isla al mismo tiempo.


La isla de Zante tiene comunicación diaria con Atenas por vía aérea. Si se prefiere el viaje en barco, antes hay que alcanzar la costa del Peloponeso y zarpar desde el puerto de Kilini. También está comunicada por mar con Cefalonia. Es sin duda un destino inolvidable para unas vacaciones en las que no pueden faltar la variedad, la belleza y los incomparables paisajes griegos.

( Por: Maria Jose Rubin)(sobregrecia.com)
Foto Vía puerto: photos.igougo.com
Foto Vía Bochali: villa-amboula-zakynthos.co.uk
.

[Nettus]

Isla de Zakynthos

Zakynthos Island

The third in size of the islands of the Ionian Sea, the green island of poetry, of song and love, the native land of D. Solomos, the writer of the Greek National Anthem but also that of St. Dennis, the Patron Saint. Rich in beauty and tradition, both historical and cultural, Zakynthos is the "ideal" of any traveler with an exploring mind.
When the ferry arrives at the port, especially at dusk, it feels as though you enter the port of Venice. On the one side you will see the lit church bells of the St. Dennis Cathedral and on the other side the picturesque Main Town with the snake like road to the hill of Bohali (2km) and the Venetian Fortress(3km). The view of the port and the town from above is simply breathtaking and even more enjoyable when you are seated at one of the many open air cafes or local tavernas.
In Town you may stroll at the historic St. Mark's Square and visit the Solomos & Kalvos Museum which is also their Mausoleum. There are kept original artifacts of the island's gentry along with their seals. At the nearby Solomos Square with all the neoclassical buildings you may visit the Byzantine Museum and marvel at the old icons and frescoes that survived from the medieval churches which did not survive the disastrous earthquake of 1953.

On Zakynthos you will find the mountain villages and those of the plains besides those by the sea-side. In between the sharp edged rocks, the white sand and the turquoise water bays the Caretta-Caretta sea-turtles find refuge to reproduce. The beaches of Lagana(8km) and Geraka(17km) are welcoming them every year when they come out at night to lay their eggs.
The mountain villages (Keri, Lithakia, Maherado, Koiliomeno) are famous for their true Zakynthian hospitality and you will surely enjoy the local gastronomy and unsurpassed wine tradition. Local dishes, cheases, cold meat cuts and the special sweets but most of all the semi-dry wine (mastelado) of the area will stay with you for a long time. Sgantzeto, pantseta, ladotyri, chiromeri, mantolato & pasteli are some of their names you must remember when coming.
The Monasteries is another point of interest that should not be forgotten. There history and worship along with the special Zakynthian way of chanting will lift you to another dimension. Frescoes, old icons make the simplicity of the Nuns & the Monks regal.
On this island everything is different, the musical stories sang at the tavernas, the historic wineries, the stalactite & the blue caves, the sight of the "ship wreck" sunk in the sand now, the cave of St. Damian and so much more you must explore for yourself.

"Reparo" in the local dialect means either resting or relaxing, a meaning that on this island has another dimension.

Just remember that if you come once you will certainly come again!

360°Panoramic View
>> MAIN SQUARE >> PORT >> AGIOS DIONYSIS HOTELS . SAILING . REAL ESTATE .

Zante Zakynthos
A virtual tour of Tsilivi
Zakynthos Map
Sightseeing
Weather
Exchange rates
Beaches
Transportation
Useful Phones
Tsilivi Zante LeveL Bar


.
..
)))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))) )))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))) )))))))))))))))))))))

.

Introduction
People that have been to Zakynthos or Zante usually have very different
opinions about the island. Some have found their paradise, others never want to
return. Fortunately, most people think it is a lovely island. The island of Zakynthos has a significant development of tourism and a good tourist infrastructure without huge hotel complexes.
It basically depends on where you stay. There is the very busy town Laganas with itsmany taverns, bars and clubs, that for obvious reasons can get very busy and very loud, and then there are quieter parts, better suited for families like Argassi.

Zakynthos is an island rich in vegetation and the best time to visit is in spring before the arrival of the package tourism. The island at this time is full of flowers and colors, perhaps for this reason, it was named fioro of Levante (the Levante flower) the island produces grapes and wine and this is probably the reason that during the ancient years, the island used to be protected by the god Dionysus, (the god of wine). Another later person of the same name, Dionysios Solomos, was born here.He was the national poet of Greece who wrote the Greek national anthem. The fact that many Zakynthian called Dionyssios and their speech that has yet some Italian idiomatic, is the reason of the creation of one of the most popular figures of the Greek shadow theater, the figure of Sior Dionysios.
Zakynthos is known as the island of songs and serenade, and indeed there are many local serenades and songs that usually sung by groups of men at restaurants and other places as well as in local festivals. In Zakynthos also it was founded the first music school in Greece.
In Zakynthos is the National Marine Park, which has been built here in 1999 in order to protect the sea turtle Caretta caretta. That species of turtle lives in Greek waters and is threatened by extinction, and that is the reason of the creation of the Marine Park, so that the turtles can give here their eggs undisturbed. in the park are working many volunteers from many countries.

Zakynthos History :
There are indications that Zakynthos was inhabited from the Neolithic period, 3,000 years BC, the ancient name of the island was Yria. According to another theory it is believed that the first settlers came in Zakynthos in the 16th century from the Peloponnese. According to Homer, the first king of the island was Zakynthos, son of the king of Troy Dardanos. He created the first citadel on the island the Psofida. The Zakynthia later gained independence from Ithaca and for more than six centuries they had democracy on the island. During this period they created the colony Zakantha in Spain. Hannibal invaded Zakantha in 219 B.C causing the beginning of the second Punic war with the Romans.
The island took part with the Athenian alliance, and after the defeat of the alliance the island was ruled by the Spartans. In the Classical era, when Philip II of Macedonia and his son Alexander the Great expanded the Macedonian border, Zakynthos was the vassal.
The Romans came in the 2nd century BC and later, the island became part of the Byzantine Empire.
Zakynthos never fell under Turkish rule, but Venetian in stead. The most prominent leaders belonged to the Orsini family, and the Venetian rule was to last for 300 years. The Venetians divided the residents of the island into three categories, the aristocrats, the only ones who had political rights, the middle class and the ordinary people (popolo). Because of the harsh treatment of the common people and the high taxes, the people tried to revolt in 1630, with only more oppression as a result.
The army of Napoleon conquered the island in 1797 and were accepted by the island as liberator, Zakynthos thus gained more freedom than before. One year after this period, followed two years of Turkish-Russian administration. In 1800 after the peace treaty between Russia and Turkey was created the first independent state of Greece in the Ionian Islands.
Independence though was only kept for seven years, in 1807 the French occupy the island and later the British in 1809 until 1864 when Zakynthos finally was united with Greece.

What to See :
There is a museum dedicated to Dionysios Solomos in the town, as well as a museum of Byzantine art.
The church of St Dionysios (Ag Dionysios) holds the relics of Zante's patron saint
At Mt. Bochali outside Zakynthos town there is a Venetian citadel.
You can go on excursions to visit the beaches where the turtles Caretta Caretta lay their eggs at night. If you are lucky, you might also catch a glimpse of the Monk Seal Monachus Monachus.
By boat from Agios Nikolaos, you can visit the famous blue caves in the north of the island. The blue caves are among the most famous sights of the island with an amazing beautiful color of the water, the largest of the caves is the cyanon cave. Another popular sight is the shipwreck (Navagio) on the beach of Smuggler's Bay. You should also visit the white cliffs at Keri reminiscent of the white cliffs of Dover, England.
What to Do :
Many of the beaches offer water sports. Porto Zorro is an excellent place for snorkelling and diving from the rocks in the edge of the beach, in Porto Zorro you will find a well organized beach with umbrellas as well as many bars and cafes. There are also daytrips to Cephalonia, and some travel agencies offer trips to Ancient Olympia on the mainland.
Zakynthos Beaches :
In general the beaches on the island are excellent for families with children. There is the very famous shipwreck beach which you can visit by boat. In the busy town Laganas there is a 9km beach. Argassi and Alikes can get extremely busy. At the Vasilikos peninsula the beaches are well suited for children. The only thing you have to look out for when you are out on your own trying to find a nice beach, as to make sure it doesn't have signs or fences there about the turtles. These places should be left alone. Another nice beach is near Keri the lake Keri beach just opposite the small island Marthonissos. Near to the village Xirokastelo are the beaches of Daphne and Sekania. Not far from Porto Zoro is the famous Banana beach very popular to many young people. In Kalamaki the beach is from white sand and dunes, in both sides of the beach there are white cliffs. Otehr good beaches of Zakynthos are Gerakas, Porto Roma and Agalas.
Zakynthos Nightlife:
Laganas gets extremely busy during the high season and its full of bars and clubs , you can even found here English pubs . Argassi is a bit quieter, but has quite a few bars and clubs. In Zakynthos town there are also a few bars, but it is generally quiet here.

.

Food in Zakynthos :
From local specialties worth trying is the skordostoumpi,a dish with aubergines and garlic and the meat dish sartsa. Other local foodstuff products is cheese, such as mytzithra and Ladotyri . Zakynthos has also very good wines. There is a wide variety of both local and international restaurants in Zakynthos. The rule "eat where the Greeks eat" applies here as in any other Greek island. You'll find all sorts of eateries, for small purses there is always the solution of souvlaki of fast food.
Shopping :
The best shopping is in Zakynthos town, where you can get souvenirs, clothes and icons. you should also by local cheese and wine as well as the local sweets like the Mandolato (sweet made of almonds) and Pastelia a sweet made from honey and sesame.

.

Getting Around:
the island has a very good road network. There are local buses that go almost everywhere in the whole island, and also many taxis and rentals of cars and motorbikes. Small excursion boats go to many of the beaches of Zakynthos. In town you can go walking around the small streets and explore the hidden sights, such as market and small shops
Zakynthos Getting There :

By Air:
Zakynthos has its own airport which is linked to good transportation, and there are daily flights to and from Athens and flights from Corfu, Cephalonia and Thessaloniki. The island during the summer months has many charter flights from many European countries.

By boat.
The island is connected with Patras and Kilini on the mainland, while there are also ships from Zakynthos to Cephalonia.
By bus.
There are also daily bus services KTEL from Zakynthos to Patras and Athens and from Zakynthos by bus to Nafpaktos, Larissa and Thessaloniki.

(in2greece.com)(texto)
Visa alla 6 bilder
)))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))) )))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))) ))))))))))))))

[Nettus]

Isla de Zakynthos -fotos

Isla de Zakynthos

.




















.
.




Tsilivi Beach

[Nettus]

Zakynthos -enlaces

Isla de Zakynthos

.

Zakynthos Car Rental
Why Zakynthos?
About Zakynthos
Zakynthos Culture
Zakynthos Villages
Zakynthos Beaches
Zakynthos Photo Gallery
Zakynthos Panoramas
Zakynthos Slide Show
Zakynthos Wallpapers
Zakynthos Sightseeing
Zakynthos PDF guide: En | Gr
Zakynthos Virtual Tour

[Nettus]

Zakynthos -enlaces

Main Page - Rooms - Apartments - Facilities - Location - Photos - Beaches -
History - Zakynthos - Transport - Car Rentals- Map - Weather - Useful Links
Offers
www.villapanorama.gr/map.html
.Zakynthos Campings - Camping Zante in Tragaki Beach - Zakynthos - Zante Island Greece

Camping Zante covers an area of about 30 stremata (3 hectares). Organised according to the latest Greek Tourism Organization requirements, "Camping Zante" offers every convenience that will create an unforgettable experience of your vacations.
The camping area is completely covered with trees that create the perfect summer environment. The facilities as well as the area in general are clean and well taken care of.
Easily accessible through air or surface travel, this summertime paradise, right in the middle of the Ionian Sea, is the ideal place to spend your vacations!
The impeccable service, the family atmosphere, the greek, traditional cuisine, the neatness and the panoramic view to the sea make "Camping Zante" a unique destination.

The camping is ideally located only 15 min. from the town, it's very close to the sea, and the area is very nice for hiking. You'll be dazzled by the natural beauties of the area, the trees, the flowers - just like a garden! And you'll be so close to the tempting sea...

The area is naturally protected by the noises of the town. Also, everything is nearby: The buses, the stores - you're very near the "heart" of the island!
There is a bus to the town every 20 minutes, and the bus stop is very near the camping's entrance.
Zakynthos is the favorite destination for many tourists, and that's not by chance! The island offers every visitor unique experiences and magical moments!
Regular bus service - the bus stop is at the camping's entrance.
The beach The sandy beach near the camping is just the place to enjoy the summer sun after a refreshing swim in the crystal-clear water. "Ampoula" beach is right next to the camping. The beach has both sand and pebbles as well as trees that cast a nice shadow.
The sea is shallow and gradually gets deeper, so it's fine for children, too. The crystal-clear waters are perfect for swimming, with or without a snorkel.
Diving
Admire the wild beauty of the sea and the amazing sea-life of Zakynthos
Discover secrets and explore unknown spots...
Surfing
The perfect sea and climate to enjoy your favorite sport. And, best of all, an atmosphere of Greek hospitality and friendship will make the vacations you have dreamt of become a reality.


The camping is specially organised, so that you can have every possible convenience. You can shop at the Mini-Market, enjoy fine meals at the restaurant, relax with a drink at the bar and later dance at the cocktail-bar by the beach...

To make your stay as convenient as possible, we have arranged to provide the following services.
RECEPTION
Our well organised reception will be at your disposal 24/7 to help you with everything you may need.
FACILITIES

• Mains power supply (42V - 220V AC)
• All camping spots have access to the mains supply
• Restaurant - tavern (traditional Greek cuisine)
• Snack Bar · Washstands
• Wash-basins ·Sinks
• Chemical and conventional toilettes (the camping is approved by the National Tourism Organisation)
• Mini-Market
• Playground
• Cleaning service · Launderette
• Washbasins to wash clothes by hand
• Washing / ironing
• Plentiful water (cold/hot)
• Communal kitchens
• Cookers, refrigerators and freezers
• Water coolers · Kitchen sinks
• Grills · Communal refrigerators
• Chemical toilet discharging facilities
• Showers with hot water all day long
• The communal facilities offer the level of convenience and cleanliness that will satisfy even the most demanding client.

SERVICES

• The reception operates 24/7 and provides:
• Telephone
• Fax service
• Internet connection - E-mail
• Post deposit
• Postal stamps
• Safe deposits
• Luggage safety
• Television
• Other services
• Motorbike and car rentals
• Sleeping-bag and underlays rentals
• Tent rentals
• TV set rentals
• Excursions
• First aid
• Book/magazine exchange
• Internet connection
• Diving - Admire the wild beauty of the sea and the amazing sea-life of Zakynthos.

..

Our restaurant
You can taste the local cuisine at our restaurant. Only the best ingredients are used, along with a lot of care and expertise. Locally produced fine wine will accompany your meals. Excellent specialities, like pasta with lobster, crawfish, fresh fish etc. can be prepared for you on order.
The Snack Bar
Our snack bar offers nice coffee, drinks and ice cream, along with a careful selection of music.
Mini market
Our mini-market offers a plethora of goods, fresh bread, dairy products, foodstuff, fresh groceries, fruit, beverages, liquor, stationery goods, swimming suits, beach equipment, telephone cards, cigarettes, newspapers, magazines - everything you might need!
The prices are very low! The mini-market operates every day (08:00 - 22:30).
Swimming Pool
During your stay at "Camping Zante", you may have a wonderful time at the swimming pool. There is also a specially designed swimming pool for our little travelers! You can get that sexy suntan or read your favorite novel under the shadow of the trees or under an umbrella.
We always maintain the water hygiene standards at the highest level.

The camping is ideally located only 15 min. from the town, it's very close to the sea, and the area is very nice for hiking. You'll be dazzled by the natural beauties of the area, the trees, the flowers - just like a garden! And you'll be so close to the tempting sea... The area is naturally protected by the noises of the town. Also, everything is nearby: The buses, the stores - you're very near the "heart" of the island! There is a bus to the town every 20 minutes, and the bus stop is very near the camping's entrance.
Zakynthos is the favorite destination for many tourists, and that's not by chance! The island offers every visitor unique experiences and magical moments!
Regular bus service - the bus stop is at the camping's entrance.

DISTANCES

• Beach 20m
• Centre of Tsilivi 1 km
• Pharmacy 1km
• Doctors 1 km
• Airport 7km
• Zante Town 5 km
• Port to Kefalonia 25 km

..

"Camping Zante - Tragaki, Ampula Beach, Zakynthos, Greece
Tel: +30 26950 61710 - - Fax: +30 26950 63030
New Email: info@zantecamping.gr
Zakynthos Campings - Zante Camping in Tragaki Zante Greece

[Nettus]

Zakynthos -enlaces (3)

Discover Zakynthos with Zante Guru

Zante Guru - Zante Zakynthos shipwreck

Sights in Zante
Zante Map
Weather in Zante
Flights to Zante
Zante Live Cams
Zante Pictures



Zante Links
Zante Transportation
Useful Phones in Zante
Exchange rates

Previous user photo Next user photo



Zante Forums
Jobs in Zante
Zante info
Zante Hotels
Villas in Zante



Beaches on Zante
Zante Luxury Villas
Villas spa in Zante
Studios & Apartments
Camping in Zante
Restaurants in Zante

Previous user photo ........ Next user photo

.

Bars in Zante
Car Hire in Zante
Zante Entertainment
Watersports in Zante
Scuba Diving in Zante



Jewellery shops in Zante
Health and Beauty
Agriculture Tourism
Zante Travel agents

Previous user photo .... Next user photo



www.panoramio.com/photo/11191874

Zante Real Estate
Books about Zante
Weddings in Zante
Zante shopping
Zante Sailing

[Nettus]

Grecia (por viajesargonauta.com)

Todos los tipos de Transportes en Grecia

Los autobuses son la forma más popular de transporte público, y el sistema ferroviario se limita a la Grecia continental.
Hay viajeros que optan por la bicicleta para desplazarse por el territorio, aunque se necesita una buena complexión física para afrontar los terrenos montañosos del país. Una red muy extensa de transbordadores conecta tierra firme con las islas.
En las últimas décadas, la red de transportes del país se ha modernizado y mejorado sorprendentemente, y así Grecia hoy en día cuenta con una estructura integrada de transportes gracias a la cual los desplazamientos son rápidos en todos los puntos de territorio nacional. Paralelamente, obras nuevas se incluyen continuamente en el programa, de modo que las infraestructuras de la red de transportes del país son cada vez más fiables.
El funcionamiento del puente Rio - Antirrio (que une el Peloponeso occidental con la parte occidental de Grecia Central) es de gran importancia para la mejora del transporte por carretera en territorio griego; dicho puente es el mayor puente colgante en toda Europa. Además todavía están en fase de construcción algunοs tramos de la autopista "Egnatía Odos" en Grecia del norte (extensión total 680 km), y también son especialmente relevantes las intervenciones para desarrollar el eje de carreteras central del país llamada P.Α.THE. (que une las ciudades de Patra, Atenas y Salónica).
Paralelamente, en cuanto a los transportes marítimos, se han avanzado las obras de mejora de las infraestruturas existentes en muchos puertos del país, especialmente en los puertos de Patra y de Rafina, que constituyen dos de las principales salidas que unen Grecia Continental con las islas del Mar Egeo y Creta. Además, en los aeropuertos griegos se han realizado obras de modernización decisivas, así como también ha sido modernizada la red ferroviaria del país, mejorando las lineas existentes y creando nuevas lineas, y también con la puesta en circulacióno de trenes de alta velocidad que obedecen a estándares modernos.
Por otra parte, debido a la celebración de los Juegos Olímpicos de 2004 en Atenas, se han planeado y materializado varias obras de transportes de gran relevancia en la provincia de Ática. La construcción de Attiki Odos (Via Ática) ha transformado radicalmente el mapa de transportes de la región. En la misma ciudad de Atenas, los medios de transporte público han mejorado y la calidad de vida de los habitantes ha aumentado con la construcción y puesta en funcionamiento del metro, del tren de cercanías y del tranvía. Paralelamente, los medios de transporte público han mejorado significativamente gracias a la renovación de los autobuses urbanos y los trolebuses, y también a la reforma de las estaciones del tren eléctrico Atenas-Pireo. La conexión de éste último con el metro y el tren de cercanías, así como con la red ferroviaria nacional, ha creado una red de transportes funcional. Por último, un hito para la mejora de los viajes por avión del país ha sido la construcción y la puesta en funcionamiento del nuevo y moderno aeropuerto internacional de Atenas "Eleftherios Venizelos", en la región de Spata, Ática.

Tranvia


Teleferico


Metro


Aeropuerto

Localidades
Alojamiento y Hoteles
Vuelos
Datos Útiles
Historia
Ofertas
Turismo Religioso
Castillos
Circuitos
Especial Isla Zakynthos

Gastronomía

Los sabores incomparables de la cocina griega hacen que este país se distinga por su gastronomía. Durante su estancia en Grecia tendrá sorpresas gastronómicas agradables. Al contrario de la idea que tiene mucha gente sobre la cocina griega, descubrirá que últimamente no sólo se cocina "mousakás", o "souvlakia" o "ensalada horiátiki", sino que está compuesta por una gran variedad de platos que pueden satisfacer plenamente las exigencias gastronómicas tanto de vegetarianos como de los que comen carne.
Por otra parte, no podía ser de otra manera en el país que vio nacer los simposia y a los filósofos epicúricos. Para ser exactos, Arquéstrato fue quien en el año 330 a.C. esribió el primer libro de cocina de nuestra historia y nos recuerda que la cocina es una señal de civilización. Grecia cuenta con una tradición culinaria de 4.000 años aproximadamente. Sin embargo, tal como sucede en la mayoría de las cocinas nacionales, la gastronomía griega ha influído y ha recibido influencias de los países vecinos, tanto de Oriente como de Occidente.

GASTRONOMIA GRIEGA, ENTRE ORIENTE Y OCCIDENTE
Los mejores sabores del Mediterráneo se conjugan en la gastronomía griega en la que se combinan los limones, el ajo, las olivas, el cordero, el pescado, los tomates, la berenjena... condimentados a menudo con un ligero toque picante propio de Oriente Medio. Al final de este reportaje encontrará una guía práctica con los platos más conocidos y sus nombres en griego. Para no perderse en los restaurantes y disfrutar de los mejores sabores del Egeo.
La cocina griega tradicional
Lo que hace que la cocina griega se distinga de las demás es la combinación de los siguientes factores: sus ingredientes únicos, la filosofía griega sobre temas relacionados con la alimentación, en la idea de compartir las comidas con otras personas, así como el propio país y todo el ambiente.
Los ingredientes básicos. La cocina griega tiene cuatro secretos: ingredientes frescos y de buena calidad, la correcta utilización de las especias (hierbas aromáticas) y de los condimentos, el famoso aceite de oliva griego y su sencillez. El aceite de oliva griego merece una mención especial. Acompaña casi todas las comidas griegas, en la mayoría se utiliza abundantemente, es de calidad extraordinria y muy bueno para la salud. Además, es sabido que gracias al suave clima griego no se suele cultivar artificalmente la verdura, y en consecuencia, la mayoría de las verduras, al ser cultivada de forma natural conservan todo su aroma y su sabor. Se quedarán muy satisfechos del sabor de los tomates griegos, del repollo, de la zanahoria, de la cebolla, del perejil, del ajo. Tampoco deben olvidar el rico sabor y el aroma de la fruta fresca griega, como las uvas, los albaricoques, los melocotones, cerezas, melón, sandía, etc. En cuanto a las especias (hierbas aromáticas), que casi todos los griegos recogen en las montañas y en el campo, son famosas por su sabor, su aroma y sus propiedades medicinales. Al saborear alguna de las variadas comidas, el aroma embriagador del orégano, del tomillo, de la menta o del romero les encantará.No se olviden de probar los quesos griegos, especialmente el queso de feta. Puesto que el ganado ovino y caprino son de pastoreo y los prados especialmente verdes, las carnes tienen uyn sabor realmente único, difícil de encontrar en ningún otro lugar. Los alimentos del mar Mediterráneo son mucho más sabrosos que los del océano. Los mares Egeo y Jonio están limpísimos y tienen abundancia de pescados. El pescado fresco asado a la brasa es considerado como un verdadero manjar.
La filosofía griega. El momento del día en que los griegos se reúnen en torno a la mesa para disfrutar de una comida o de los aperitivos y tapas (mezedes) y tomar ouzo es un momento que todos los griegos respetan. Disfrutar juntos de una comida con amigos, en casa, en un restaurante, en una taberna es una costumbre social cuyas raíces son profundas. La palabra griega symposio, una palabra tan antigua como la propia Grecia, si se traduce literalmente significa "beber en compañía". El ambiente en los restaurantes típicos griegos y en las tabernas es muy relajado, informal, sin ceremonias. La preparación de la comida, por otra parte, tiene también sus propias normas. Los buenos cocineros aficionados gozan de una gran estima en su entorno social, y decir buena ama de casa en Grecia significa, principalmente, una buena cocinera. Un buen cocinero puede estar preparando días enteros una comida para sus amigos.

CAFE FRAPE
El ambiente en general. Prueben un vaso de ouzo o de vino, acompañado con pulpo asado o por cualquier otra comida griega, sentados a la sombra de un árbol o en una pequeña taberna al lado del mar, en alguna de las islas del Egeo. A continuación, de vuelta a casa, intente repetir esta experiencia, preparando la misma comida y acompañándola con la misma bebida. Dondequiera que decida repetirlo, descubrirá en breve que no se trata del mismo sabor. No es que algo vaya mal en el paladar o en sus habilidades culinarias, sino que la experiencia griega de la comida, sobre todo la combinación de lo que comemos y el lugar en donde lo comemos, no se puede repetir, exportar o copiar. Es simplemente algo que puedes encontrar, saborear y disfrutar sólo en Grecia.
Cruceros
Grecia, como destino turístico, es un lugar idílico para realizar cruceros de pocos o muchos días, ya que cuenta con muchas islas y puertos que se pueden visitar, pero también un clima ideal, que permite un agradable viaje la mayor parte del año. CRUCEROS CLASICOS
CRUCEROS ESPECIALES CRUCERO CON ENCANTO
Además, un crucero por los mares griegos le ofrece la oportunidad no sólo de visitar importantes lugares arqueológicos, inimitables iglesias y monasterios, monumentos de épocas más recientes, de un interés extraordinario museos y aldeas tradicionales, sino de disfrutar también de las bellezas de la naturaleza de muchas regiones del país.

Grecia están en activo bastantes compañías que organizan cruceros por los mares griegos e islas, e igualmente hay compañías extranjeras que también actúan en este sector.

Las Islas Griegas
Las islas constituyen el principal signo distintivo morfológico del espacio griego y una parte primordial de la cultura y la tradición del país. El territorio griego comprende 6000 islas e islotes esparcidos por el mar Egeo y el Jonio, fenómeno único en el continente europeo, y de las cuales sólo 227 están habitadas.
El conjunto de islas griegas tiene 7500 kilómetros de costa - del total de 16.000 kms. que posee el país- y presenta una gran variedad de morfologías: playas de muchos kilométricos de longitud, pequeños golfos y calas, playas de arena con dunas, costas de guijarros, cuevas marinas de rocas escarpadas y con la característica arena negra de los terrenos volcánicos, humedales marinos. Muchas de estas playas han sido galardonadas por el programa «Banderas Azules de Europa», y aparte de nadar puedes realizar inmersiones, subamrinismo con equipo, esquí acuático, vela y windsurfing. Además, dado que en estas islas se desarrollaron algunas de las civilizaciones europeas más antiguas (Cicládica, Minoica, etc.) poseen sitios arqueológicos únicos, un patrimonio arquitectónico de excepción y atractivas tradiciones locales de una cultura de muchos años y de muchos aspectos. Por otra parte, concentran el 58, 5% del número total de conjuntos hoteleros y el 62,6% de las plazas hoteleras de todo el país (2003). Estos datos, junto con el excelente clima, la seguridad del mar griego y las cortas distancias entre puertos y playas han hecho famosas y extraordinariamente populares las islas entre los griegos y los visitantes extranjeros.
La mayor parte de las islas se encuentran en el espacio del mar Egeo y se dividen en siete conjuntos (de norte a sur):

* Islas del Noreste del Egeo: Agios Efstratios, Tasos, Icaria, Lesbos, Limnos, Inouses, Samos, Samotracia, Quíos, Psará
* Espórades: Alónisos, Skiathos, Skópelos, Skyros
* Eubea
* Islas del Golfo Sarónico: Angistri, Egina, Poros, Salamina, Spetses, Hidra y la zona costera de Methana
* Cíclades: Conjunto de 56 islas entre las que destacan Amorgos, Anafi, Andros, Antíparos, Delos, Íos, Tzia, Kímolos, Kithnos, Milos, Naxos, Paros, Santorini, Sérifos, Síkinos, Sifnos, Syros, Tinos, Folégandros y las "Cíclades Menores", que están constituidas por las islas Donousa, Irakliá, Koufonisia y Schinousa.
* Dodecaneso: Astipalea, Kalimnos, Kárpathos, Kasos, Kastelórizo, Cos, Lipsí, Leros, Nísiros, Patmos, Rodas, Simi, Tilos, Halki
* Creta
En el mar Jónico se halla un complejo de islas único y singular:
* Islas Jónicas: Zakynthos, Itaca, Corfú, Cefalonia, Lefkada, Paxí, Antípaxi, Erikousa, Mathraki, Meganisi, Othoní, Strofades. Estas islas, junto con Citera, que sin embargo está frente al sur del Peloponeso Laconia), así como con la vecina Anticitera conforman el Heptaneso.
(viajesargonauta.com)

.

[Nettus]

Southern Greece Earthquake February 9, 2007



Far southern parts of Greece were shaken by a magnitude 5.8 tremor on Saturday afternoon, but no reports of casualties or major damage were received by officials. The Athens seismological observatory said the quake struck at 3:43 p.m. local time off the island of Kythira, about 165 miles (265 km) southwest of Athens.
Earthquakes are common in Greece, which experiences half of Europe's seismic activity.
IRIS Seismic Monitor | U.S.G.S. Latest Quakes

[Nettus]

La Pasión Griega

.

LA PASIÓN GRIEGA

GRECIA EN ESPAÑOL. UN ESPACIO DEDICADO A TODOS CUANTOS AMAN A GRECIA Y SU CULTURA

ΑΦΙΕΡΩΜΕΝΟ ΚΑΙ ΣΕ ΟΛΟΥΣ ΤΟΥΣ ΕΛΛΗΝΕΣ ΣΕ ΟΛΟ ΤΟΝ ΚΟΣΜΟ.

[Nettus]

Egeo Septentrional

EGEO SEPTENTRIONAL

North Aegean Islands
Chíos . Kalloní . Karlóvasi . Mýrina . Mytilíni . Omiroúpoli . Pythagóreio . Vathý
Capital: Mytilene
www.northaegean.gr

El Egeo septentrional es una de las trece regiones de Grecia. Está formada por la prefecturas de Quíos, Lesbos y Samos. Su superficie es de 3.838 km² y su poblaciónMitilene, en la isla de Lesbos.

)))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))

• Limnos
• Agios Efstratios
• Lesvos (Mytilini)
• Chios (Hios)
• Inousses
• Psara
• Samos
• Ikaria
• Fourni
• Samothrace

)))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))
QUIOS

.

Quíos es una isla griega en el Mar Egeo situada en las afueras de la costa de Turquía. Es un conocido punto turístico por su historia, paisajes y buen clima. Tiene una superficie de 910 km², incluyendo islas, con 53 817 habitantes (2005). Sus principales productos de exportación son las aceitunas, los higos y el vino.
Historia
Escasamente habitada, fue conquistada por los jonios, quienes fundaron una colonia que formó parte de la llamada Liga Jonia Jonia. Durante la colonización griega del Mediterráneo, fundó a su vez otra colonia, Maronea, en la costa norte del Mar Egeo.
La isla fue conquistada y ocupada por el Imperio Aqueménida en 494 a. C., y cuando los persas se retiraron, se integró en la Liga de Delos. Posteriormente pasó a dominio del Imperio Romano y luego del Imperio Bizantino. Después de la conquista de Constantinopla en 1204 por los cruzados, pasó a formar parte del Imperio Latino. Más tarde fue una posesión de la República de Génova, y posteriormente conquistada por el Imperio Otomano en 1566.
Durante la Guerra de Independencia de Grecia (1821- 1829), los otomanos se vengaron de un ataque a una de sus comunidades, con matanzas de griegos en Tesalia, Macedonia y las islas del Egeo. Una de ellas fue Quíos en marzo de 1822, muriendo unos 100.000 de sus habitantes. Este hecho provocó el apoyo europeo de Francia, Gran Bretaña, Austria y Rusia en la independencia de Grecia. Esta intervención se vio incitada también por ciertas obras como el famoso cuadro de Delacroix o el poema de Victor Hugo. La Guerra concluyó en 1829, pero Quíos tuvo que esperar a 1912 para formar parte de Grecia, después de la Primera Guerra de los Balcanes.

Miscelánea
***Se dice que el poeta Homero y el matemático Hipócrates nacieron en Quíos.Eugène ***Delacroix pintó el cuadro Scènes des massacres de Scio (1824), en referencia a la matanza ocurrida en 1822.
***Victor Hugo escribió L'Enfant de Chios.
***Lord Byron participó en el movimiento prohelenista, muriendo en Grecia.
***El nombre Quíos se refiere a la resina de lentisco, que es también un producto de la isla.
***Es una Prefectura de Grecia.
***El mito griego de Cipariso está ambientado en Quíos.

)))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))
LESBOS

.

La isla de Lesbos (griego Λέσβος, Lésvos) forma parte de una gran cobertura de islas cercanas a la costa de Turquía (en el mar Egeo). Su capital es Mitilene. Constituye junto con algunas islas menores la prefectura de Lesbos.
Es famosa por ser la patria de la poetisa de la antigüedad Safo, cuyos poemas describían su amor apasionado hacia sus compañeras, por lo que comúnmente se considera que el término lesbianismo proviene del nombre de esta isla. Por otra parte, el gentilicio de los isleños en español es lesbio y lesbia.
Es la tercera isla más grande de Grecia (Creta y Eubea la superan) y la octava del Mediterráneo (Chipre, Córcega, Sicilia, Cerdeña y Mallorca, y las dos griegas la superan) con una superficie de 1.630 km2 y 320 km perimetrales de costa. La población está cercana a los cien mil habitantes de los cuales más de un tercio viven en la capital Mitilene. Las ciudades principales aparte de la capital son Kalloni, Gera, Plomari, Ayassos, Ereso, y Molivos (antigua Metimna). Plomari y Molivos son centros turísticos junto con Ereso, muy visitada por ser el lugar de nacimiento de la poetisa Safo.

Geografía

Isla montañosa, coronada por Lepetymos, de 968 metros (3176 pies), y Olimpos de altura similar, que dominan el norte y el centro de la isla. Su origen volcánico se manifiesta con la llegada de la primavera. Los olivos cubren el 40% de la isla, sumando un total de 11 millones de unidades, junto con otros árboles frutales. Los bosques ocupan el 20%, y el resto es tierra de cultivo y suelo urbano. Al oeste de la isla se encuentra el segundo bosque del mundo de secuoyas petrificado. Su economía se basa en la agricultura. El turismo en Mitilene, gracias a su aeropuerto internacional, y las playas de Plomari, Molyvos y Ereso contribuyen de manera sustancial a la riqueza de su economía.

• Historia

)))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))

SAMOS

.

Samos (griego Σάμος) es una isla de Grecia, situada en el Mar Egeo. Pertenece al archipiélago de las Espóradas y a la región del Egeo septentrional, y está situada entre la isla de Quíos y el archipiélago del Dodecaneso. La isla de Samos está separada por un estrecho de apenas 1,8 km de la costa anatólica y del cabo Mícala.
La superficie de la isla es 468 km 2, 43 km de largo y 13 de ancho. De considerable extensión, Samos está recorrida por ásperos relieves montañosos (la altura máxima es de 1.437 m). A lo largo de las costas, en general escarpadas y poco seguidas, se abren llanuras.
Orografía

Está a muy poca distancia de la costa de Asia Menor, a la cual estuvo unida en el Pleistoceno. Su estructura es calcárea, con rocas metamórficas y esquistos, y presenta dos grupos montañosos: el Kerkis (1.437 m) y el Ampelos (1.137 m). Cerca de la costa, los montes son más suaves, con vegetación mediterránea.

• Historia
• La antigua Samos

Construcciones

El puerto

Bajo Polícrates, el puerto fue dotado de instalaciones apropiadas al papel que había adquirido en la economía de la isla, basada en las relaciones comerciales y en la piratería. La dársena fue cerrada por dos muelles unidos a las murallas que rodeaban la ciudad. La escollera, bordeando el puerto, se levantaba en el mar, con una profundidad que alcanzaba 35,5 metros y cuya longitud era superior a 355 metros.
El puerto era el centro de la actividad económica y militar de Samos: abierto al sur, había sido protegido en dicho lado por el largo malecón mencionado por Heródoto, probablemente a iniciativa de Polícrates.
Todo esto resultaba aún parcialmente visible en el siglo XIX, cuando Franz Humman (1862) hizo reedificar el muelle grande sobre el mismo trazado del antiguo, utilizando, al menos parcialmente, las ruinas.
El puerto moderno de Pithagorio, con sus dos pequeños muelles y un largo brazo que se extiende al sur del Kastro en dirección a Micala, fue construido en el siglo XIX sobre las ruinas del antiguo.

La muralla de Samos

La muralla de Samos, de bloques rectangulares y poligonales, encerraba a lo largo de 6,7 km la ciudad y el puerto en un mismo perímetro defensivo. La meridional tenía 370 m de largo. La muralla de Samos de la que todavía se ven buenos tramos en lo alto del Ampelos y en Kastelli, rodeaba por motivos estratégicos las cimas de las dos colinas. La primera fase, de época anterior a Polícrates (la muralla existía ya en época del ataque espartano a Polícrates en 524 a. C.), posee un alto zócalo de grandes bloques poligonales y debía tener la parte superior de adobes. Es de suponer que la superficie encerrada por la muralla nunca estuvo totalmente urbanizada. No obstante, en época de Octavio Agusto|Augusto debía encaramarse por las primeras pendientes de las colinas. Polícrates mandó excavar en los puntos más expuestos de las fortificaciones un gran foso, hallado por los arqueólogos. Se hizo una reconstrucción parcila de la muralla con sillares a finales del siglo IV a. C.

El Hereo de Samos

En el Hereo (unos 6 km al suroeste de Samos), Polícrates comenzó la reconstrucción del gran templo de Hera, que poco tiempo antes había sido destruido por un incendio.
El nuevo edificio tenía un planteamiento todavía más imponenente, pero no fue nunca completado. La muerte del tirano, en 522 a. C., marca el final de este espléndido momento de la historia de Samos.
El Túnel de Eupalinos
El túnel tenía por objeto asegurar el aprovisionamiento de agua, que procedía de una fuente situada en la ladera norte del monte Ampelos (restos de los conductos que encauzaban el agua se han hallado cerca de la fuente y en el túnel); y asimismo asegurar una salida secreta de la ciudad en caso de necesidad.
Según una estimación moderna las obras debieron de durar unos 15 años, por lo que es probable que fueran comenzadas en tiempos de Éaces, el padre de Polícrates.
La obra, que en la actualidad se encuentra hundida en algunas zonas, hay que situarla entre los ejemplos de obras públicas promovidas por los tiranos de las ciudades griegas, que se rodeaban de una élite de literatos, arquitectos, artistas, etc., para dar más esplendor a sus cortes.
La acrópolis

La acrópolis antigua era la colina del Kastro, la más baja. La altura que domina el puerto debe su nombre a la fortaleza, hoy solamente unas ruinas pintorescas construida entre 1822 y 1824, durante la guerra de independencia de Grecia, sobre una ciudadela anterior de época bizantina. La acrópolis bañada al sur por el mar, tenía a sus espaldas el ágora, situada asimismo en las cercanías del puerto.
(Wikipedia)

.

[Nettus]

Isla de Quíos (o Chíos)

Chios Island Travel Guide


Quíos o Chíos es una isla situada al este de Grecia, en el mar Egeo, cerca de la costa occidental de Turquía. Tiene 50 km de longitud y entre 13 a 24 km de anchura. La capital y ciudad más importante es Quíos, un puerto marítimo situado en la costa oriental de la isla.
El norte es una zona montañosa que alcanza su máxima altitud en el pico Pelinaíon, de 1.297 m. En el sur hay amplias extensiones de tierras fértiles. Los principales productos son el lentisco, con el que se elabora un licor, el vino, las aceitunas, los higos y las naranjas. También es importante la extracción de antimonio y calamita, las canteras de mármol y las curtidurías.
En la isla se han encontrado reliquias de tiempos antiguos, cuando Quíos era un Estado griego importante donde residían poetas y escultores famosos, y la isla participaba en las guerras que marcaron la historia de la antigua Grecia y de Roma. Los turcos Selyúcidas ocuparon la isla en el siglo XI d.C. Después, la isla perteneció sucesivamente a los venecianos, genoveses y turcos otomanos. Desde 1912, Quíos vuelve a pertenecer a Grecia.
(fotonostra.com)

Cafes
Clubs and bars
Restaurants



where to stay
chios hotels
chios apartments



chios car hire
getting there
travel agencies



chios real estate
where to eat
clubs - bars



chios beaches
villages
attractions



museums & galleries
top 10 beaches & attractions
chios weather



chios webcams
chios photos
chios news (in greek)



chios classifieds
send an e-card
history



chios map
chios videos
useful info



tavernas
Useful tips
shops
Chios Greece, Chios island Travel Guide

Chíos es una isla griega, patria de Homero, situada en el mar Egeo y cerca de las costas turcas. Chios o Chora es la capital de la isla y su número de habitantes ronda los 25.000. Es la quinta isla más grande de Grecia.
Destaca por encima del resto de ciudades de la isla, la capital, principalmente, por su pasado histórico. En ella, encontramos construcciones de etapa arcaica (600 - 480 a.C.), como el fuerte que rodea el casco histórico, retocado durante la ocupación bizantina de la isla (siglo X) y, en posteriores ocasiones, por venecianos (siglo XII), genoveses (siglo XIV) y, finalmente, turcos. En la ciudad se hace notar la influencia árabe, gracias a las tres mezquitas que aún se conservan; la más importante es la de Abdul Madjit, en cuyo interior se sitúa el museo de arte bizantino. También se deja sentir la influencia latina en Chios, pues la isla estuvo ocupada por venecianos y genoveses entre los siglos XI - XIV. En el museo arqueológico se conserva todavía la famosa losa de mármol que Alejandro Magno envió como pago para la restitución del sistema democrático. Del Periodo Geométrico (900 - 700 a.C.) no se puede pasar por alto en Chios el yacimiento arqueológico de Emporion, acrópolis con forma oval rodeada por una muralla, a unos 250 m. sobre el nivel del mar; en ella, ya se pueden observar las diferencias sociales existentes, pues hay una serie de casas de mayor tamaño, situadas a una altitud diferente respecto del resto, lo que denota una mayor importancia social.
(artehistoria.jcyl.es)
Christopher Columbus & Chios
The Traditional Village of Volissos
Travel to Chios
Mastic Gum & Chios
Discover CHIOS

[Nettus]

Isla de Chíos (2)

Isla de Chíos

INFORMACIÓN
PUEBLOS
PLAYAS

Vale la pena ver
GALERÍA DE FOTOS
360 Panoramas

E-Cards
Mástique GUM
HISTORIA

MONASTERIOS
TRADICION
PRODUCTOS LOCALES

ACTIVIDADES
LISTA DE CORREOS
NOTICIAS

BUSCAR
ENLACES
DIEFHA

The inhabitants of this place are very proud of their traditional product: the mastic (called “masticha”in Greek). Famous worldwide for its flavor and taste, an impressive quantity is exported every year: 20 tons.
Those that would stop in the main harbor of Chios will see the island of volcanic rock, which is situated in the Northeast of the Aegean Sea, villages built on the plains or rocks from the neighborhood surrounding, it is providing its hospitality from the mooring moment. It is the ideal place to admire the ocean, the olive orchards or the ancient monuments. The local people’s pride is however, the mastic. With its many uses such as ouzo, soap, chewing gum, shampoo or sweets.

Where to eat in Chios Once you are in Chios it would be a pity not to taste the delicious Greek dishes, and the offer is generous: eat in the city restaurants, fresh fish served near harbors or in certain villages with local atmosphere. Pizza, gyros, souvlaki or fish, all of these are waiting for you in Chios, in places with romantic and tranquil surroundings or in a typical candlelit Mediterranean atmosphere.

www.travel-to-chios.com/gallery.php

Glaroi Beach is on the road from Chios-town to Kardamila, just beyond Vrontados on the east side of the island.

Ionians settled the island of Chios in the 9th century B.C. In 478 B.C. joined the Athenian League. In 88 B.C., the king of Pontos, Mythridatis destroyed Chios, because they refused to help him against ancient Romans.
During byzantine period the island had great development and produced the famous mastic, but suffered a myriad of assaults by Arab pirates. In 14th century Genuans conquered the island, and here was born Gioustiniani, who helped in the defence of Constantinople, against ottomans, in 1453. Many traces of its mediaeval past still exist today.
In 1822, the city was totally destroyed by turks, and most of the population of 100000 persons, were massacred. The savage slaughter on Chios shocked public opinion in Europe and inspired great artists such as Victor Hugo and Eugene Delacroix. Konstantinos Kanaris punished the instigator of the carnage admiral Kara Ali, blowing up his flagship in th port of Chios. In 1912 the island was liberated by admiral Pavlos Kountouriotes and became part of the Greek State.