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The beautiful Meganisi
Meganisi is a very beautiful island located within the Ionian Islands, near Lefkada and several other attractive destinations. This island is spectacular and is often chosen by young couples and honeymooners from around the world as a perfect choice for a romantic vacation.
Many of the beaches of Meganisi, such as Ambelaki, Fanari, Ai Yiannis,
and Spilia, have clear crystalline waters and soft white sands, in
such a way that passing by them without taking the time to swim or
sunbath in them is almost impossible. Many tourists who visit Meganisi
as part of an excursion, often describe the beaches of this island
as the most beautiful they met in their entire vacation.
Besides its amazing beaches, Meganisi also has several other appealing
attractions tourists should not miss. One of these attractions is Papanikolis,
a very attractive cave which received its actual name from a World
War II submarine. Other interesting and very mysterious cave is the
Cave of the Cyclops, which is famous as being still unexplored. Besides
the Papanikolis and the Cyclops, there also are several other attractive
and mysterious caves spread throughout the coastlines of Meganisi,
and tourists who are interested on these attractions should ask local
inhabitants for guidance on how to find them.
According to historians, in ancient Greece times Megalisi was known
as Tafiots, although some others believe that its name was Asteria.
Besides this, it might also be interesting to know that the first facts
known about this island were provided by Homer's writings where there
are allusions to both Asteria and Tafios.
The main town of Megalisi, Katomeri, is characterized by having narrow
streets and small charming houses. This town is surrounded by beautiful
natural and unspoiled landscapes composed by a unique combination of
green spots with beautiful coasts and beaches. While walking around
and meeting this town and its surroundings, tourists could observe
vines, olives, and many other cultivation lots, since an important
part of the island’s population are farmers. Tourists who wish
to travel to a place that is full of beautiful natural spots and offers
romantic sceneries would surely be happy of choosing Megalisi.