Municipal Unit of Artemisia: Valais Hotel
Few places on Zakynthos have a history as closely tied to the development of seaside holidays as Alykanas, home to the Valais Hotel. This low-rise resort lies on the island’s northeast coast, facing the Ionian Sea, with a sandy shoreline that continues towards Alykes. It is a practical base for exploring Zakynthos beyond its main town, while retaining the scale of a coastal settlement shaped around beaches, small businesses and accommodation. The wider island has a strong cultural identity: Zakynthos was the birthplace of poet Dionysios Solomos, author of the “Hymn to Liberty,” whose first stanzas form Greece’s national anthem. Venetian rule also left a lasting imprint on Zakynthos Town.
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Municipal Unit of Artemisia lies in the mountainous interior of Zakynthos in Greece’s Ionian Islands, where small farming settlements occupy slopes above the Ionian Sea. This is the island’s less urban side: olive groves, vineyards and narrow local roads link communities such as Agios Leon, Koiliomenos and Gyri. Olive cultivation remains part of the local economy and food culture, alongside the broader Zakynthian tradition of island agriculture. Artemisia provides an inland counterpoint to the coastal resorts and beaches for which Zakynthos is best known. Find related webcams around Zakynthos to build a fuller picture of the island.
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The terrain of Peloponnese, Western Greece and the Ionian ranges from the low coastal plains of western Peloponnese to the Pindus mountain country in the north, creating a region of strong contrasts between shore and interior. The Ionian Sea defines its western edge, alongside islands including Corfu, Kefalonia, Zakynthos and Lefkada, while the Alpheios River runs through Elis towards the coast. Ancient Olympia, in Elis, was the sanctuary where the ancient Olympic Games were held, and its archaeological site remains one of Greece’s most important classical landmarks. Browse additional webcams from the surrounding area to extend your view of western Greece and the Ionian.
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Greece occupies a mountainous peninsula and island-dotted coastline in southeastern Europe. The Aegean Sea shapes its eastern shore, while the Ionian Sea lies to the west; Crete is the country’s largest island. Athens is anchored by the Acropolis, where the Parthenon has stood since the fifth century BCE as a defining monument of classical antiquity. Beyond the capital, the Pindus Mountains run through the mainland, and Mount Olympus is associated in ancient Greek religion with the home of the gods. Greek food traditions centre on olive oil, seafood, cheeses and regional dishes, with long meals remaining an important part of social life. Continue through nearby webcams to explore the islands and mainland regions of Greece.
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