Ithaca

Ithaca is a Greek Island located in the Ionian Sea. It has an area of 120 square kilometers and more than three thousand inhabitants. It’s the second-smallest of Ionian Islands. The capital of Ithaca is Vathy. Ithaca has one of the world’s largest natural harbours.

Ithaca has been identified as the home of the mythological hero Odysseus. Ithaca is also mentioned in the Odyssey of Homer.

Despite to the other Ionian Island Ithaca is much more peaceful, quiet and undiscovered. It seems to be the perfect place for calm holidays with the family and for alternative activities. The landscape is green and it is the perfect area for bicycle trips. One of very famous activity is kayaking. There is the Cave of the Nymph which gives the opportunity to combine an exciting visit with a myth.

Ithaca is the perfect place for beach lovers, because there are so many charming and beautiful beaches: from sand to pebbles and from peaceful to busy ones.

The greatest pleasure on Ithaca in Summer is to discover your own private beach.

In summertime there are so many boats on Ithaca because it is a really good place for sailing.