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Santorini

Located 200 km southeast of the mainland, Santorini is the most visited Greek island. It is considered the best vacation spot by both foreigners and locals. Its capital, Thira, is known for its unique location on the edge of 400-meter cliffs near the sea coast. It provides the most unforgettable panoramic views. Santorini owes its distinct natural landscape to its volcanic origin. The island welcomes tourists all year round. People love this place for its fantastic sunsets. Santorini also has black sandy beaches and hilltops with picturesque white-roofed houses.

Corfu

The second largest of the Ionian Islands, Corfu, is popular with tourists from all around the world. It has a rich and colorful history. In ancient times, this territory was inhabited by the Greeks, Romans, Venetians, and the British. For centuries, Corfu was developing under the influence of various cultures. The island is known for its remarkable landscape, the cleanest beaches, pristine nature, and lush greenery. Among the attractions of Corfu, there is an ancient town with two fortresses, which is also a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Travelers coming there enjoy unforgettable views, taste traditional Greek cuisine, and take part in vibrant summer festivals.

Paros

Paros is the third Greek island popular with tourists. It used to have deposits of unique white marble. Nowadays, only abandoned marble mines and quarries remind us of that amazing natural phenomenon. The city of Parikia is the capital and port of Paros, which is also home to the main tourist attractions. Paros with its pristine beaches and unforgettable landscape is a true tourist destination. Many travelers return to the island every year, bewitched by its picturesque natural scenery, moderate housing prices, and superb Greek cuisine.

Zakynthos

Zakynthos is famous for its Navagio beach, where people can relax all year round. It sits on the shores of the Ionian Sea and is the third largest of the Ionian Islands. It got its name in honor of Zakynthos, the son of Dardanus, a legendary Arcadian leader. Many travelers consider Zakynthos to be a role-model island. Gerakas is another popular beach there. It is a nesting place for sea turtles and is under protection. On the northwest coast of the island, there are Blue Caves. Travelers can get to Zakynthos by ferry. It is also home to an international airport.

Mykonos

Mykonos rounds up the top five most popular islands in Greece. Known for its beautiful natural scenery, it is also a place where numerous nightclubs, bars, and restaurants are gathered. It is home to many beautiful beaches from secluded bays to lively party spots like Paradise Beach and Psarou Beach. Its administrative center, the city of Mykonos, or Chora, sits on the west coast of the island. Its population is no more than 10,000 people. Despite its immense popularity among tourists from all over the world, the island has retained its traditional flavor. Mykonos is famous for its unparalleled architecture, ancient structures, and modern whitewashed buildings framed by bright facades.