Nydri is the most popular tourist resort of Lefkada Island located 17km south of the Town. Situated within a natural bay, it boasts the best tourist infrastructure of the island with great restaurants, cafes, bars, and shops. Embraced by lush green Nydri is ideal for families also for its magnetic sandy beaches that stretch along the coast. The homonymous beach involves unique white sand and emerald waters and is adorned with palm trees. One can enjoy amazing views of the islets of Heloni, Sparti, Madouri, and Scorpios, the famous island of Aristotelis Onasis. Nydri has one of the busiest ports in Lefkada with ferry connections to Meganisi, Ithaca, and Kefalonia islands. Culturally it is a very vivid place with plenty of events and religious celebrations during summer. Worthy sites in Nydri are the remains of the prehistoric settlement, the famous waterfalls, and the beautiful Dimosari Gorge.
Lefkada belongs to the Ionian island group, located west of the Greek mainland, known for its vivid turquoise sea color. Beaches, like Porto Katsiki, Kathisma and Egremni, are among the most photographed places in Greece. It is called by many the Caribbean of Greece for obvious reasons. Connected to the mainland through a bridge, Lefkada has the advantage that it can be accessed by car. This island will cover all tastes; it is the perfect place for families, romantic couples but also large groups of friends who want to relax and enjoy themselves.
The Ionian Islands are located on the western side of Greece and are historically and culturally strongly connected to Italy with many evident elements of this. 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. Another striking characteristic of Ionian Greece is the lush green nature and the aquamarine beaches with white soft sand. Corfu, Zakynthos, Kefalonia and Lefkada are the most popular holiday islands. The Ionian islands also embrace an amazing music and dance tradition.
Being among the top 20 tourist destinations worldwide, Greece is synonymous with 3 things: history and ancient civilization, amazing landscapes and top touristic destinations. Greece is so wealthy in culture and beauty that it never seems to be completely explored. Holidays in Greece is the ultimate experience all year round. It offers a great pallet of experiences; the warm sun, the crystal clear beaches, the dramatic nature, the rich culture and the renowned hospitality along with the unique culinary experience of the Mediterranean diet.
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