ionian islands

The Ionian islands are located on the western side of the country, historically and culturally these islands are strongly connected to Italy.

The architecture of the capital towns, including Corfu Town, Zakynthos Town, and Argostoli, resembles a lot to the Venetian style as these islands were occupied by the Venetians in the Medieval times.

Apart from this architectural style, the other characteristics of Ionian Greece are the green nature and the wonderful beaches.

Corfu, Zakynthos, Kefalonia, and Lefkada are the most popular holiday islands while Ithaca, Paxi, Kythira, and Meganisi as ideal for calm and relaxing holidays.