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Is this the end of the famous Navagio shipwreck?

This week bad weather and high seas swirled around the shipwreck at Navagio leaving behind some interesting photos that spread across social media quicker than you can say “shared”! The photos showed a ship that was a broken rusting wreck, with only the prow and stern visible through the sand. …

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Incorrect name for Patron Saint upsets Zakynthians!

In August every year, the island celebrates St Dionysios, the patron Saint of Zakynthos. There seems to be some confusion when it comes to the name and this year is no exception. Many, including local businesses, are calling it the celebration of St Dennis when actually it’s the Celebration of …

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Happy 12th Birthday Zakynthos Informer!

Who are we and what is a typical day like? Zakynthos Informer is a team of dedicated volunteers, who spend their time highlighting the beauty, traditions, and tourist highlights of the island to anyone who wants to know more. Many of our members have been supporting us since the start …

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The underwater mystery of Alykanas Bay

Many tourists who travel to Zakynthos and stay in the resort of Alykes/Alykanas may be surprised to learn that there’s an age-old mystery attached to this part of the island. No one knows when this mystery truly began but it was brought to light publicly in December 2013 by a …

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The history of Zakynthos castle 

High on Bochali hill overlooking Zakynthos Town, is an imposing fortress more commonly known as the Venetian Castle or Bochali Castle. The site was originally an ancient citadel built on an acropolis looking down upon an ancient town; Psophis, now more commonly known as Zakynthos Town. According to Historians early Zakynthians arrived …

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Your top three choices of Zakynthos holidays

There are many different types of holidays for those who want to visit Zakynthos. Whether you’re looking to unwind, explore, or enjoy a more extreme getaway, the island has something for everybody. The relaxing holiday Zakynthos island is the perfect place to unwind. With nine resorts to choose from and …

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Zakynthos:- A documentary series about Zakynthos (TRAILER Video)

MayDayProductions presents the trailer of the first part of a documentary series about the art, culture, music, literature and the beauty of the Ionian islands. The cultural heritage of Zakynthos is revived through a cinematic representation by two young travelers. As Zakynthos is rich in its history and culture where …

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Postive news for the historical English Cemetery, Zakynthos

  The Zakynthos Informer and members of the Zakynthos Volunteer group have been trying to access the English Cemetery for over a year, to help clear it up and write up a post about its incredible history. Unfortunately, the site has been closed and despite many attempts to get more …

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How a Jewish population was heroically saved in WW2

When Greece was invaded during World War Two, life for the Greek people was hard. Initially they were under Italian rule, as part of the Axis powers, but when the Germans invaded in 1943 things changed dramatically. One of the first things that happened upon the German invasion of Zakynthos …

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The Twelve Books of Christmas Day 8 “Among the Olive Groves” by Chrissie Parker

Welcome to Day Eight of the Twelve books of Christmas with Zakynthos Informer! Today’s books are Among the Olive Groves and An Ionian Dream Wedding by Chrissie Parker Among the Olive Groves Book Description Elena Petrakis adores living on the Greek island of Zakynthos. When World War Two looms her …

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