Laganas Zakynthos

The lively town of Laganas, we find it in the southern part of Zakynthos Island, about ten kilometers from the capital Zante Town.

Once a simple fishing village, it has developed enormously with tourism becoming one of the most sought after places with the most sparkling nightlife. In summer it is filled with tourists while in winter it looks like a ghost town and everything falls into an almost fairy sleep and then comes back to life 24 hours a day, offering all possible services. In Laganas, in addition to an innumerable choice of places to have fun, there are shops of all kinds and any type of accommodation such as apartments, small, medium, large, hotels, resorts and landlords.

In a beautiful bay that offers kilometers and kilometers of beach, it is surrounded by green hills that give that typically Mediterranean touch. Here the Caretta-Caretta turtles love to lay their eggs and during the hatching period it is possible to witness this miracle of nature. The attention for the protection of the species is very present in Laganas with associations of volunteers who are responsible for protecting the area and guaranteeing the animals a normal path of life.

The main attraction is the History War Museum and is located inside the Galaxy Beach Resort Hotel near the beach. A war history museum, the only three-dimensional in all of Greece that tells the battles of the twentieth century. Founded in 2018, it offers a historical memory for future social responsibility. It is in postmodern style where it is possible to live and hear the events of the last wars with truthful scenes and the aid of war assets used in the Second World War, the Korean War and the disastrous Vietnam War.

Representations with authentic period uniforms fully equipped, functioning vehicles, field tools, rare devices and relics from every period and a meticulous documentation are able to make visitors understand the events that in reality made up world and Greek history.

In three dimensions it has a purely educational purpose to emphasize respect for those who have lost their lives to defend the earth and ideals, and to give awareness, especially to the youngest, to fight for a world of peace and catapult into the future with ideas and actions for the common good without violence or prevarication.

The cost of the ticket is about € 3.50 to € 5 with a guide and the opening hours are from 10.00 to 14.30 and from 19.00 to 22.30 in summer https://historywarmuseum.gr/

Another memorial monument is the one dedicated to Andrè Vèsale, an important Flemish anatomist and physician, founder of modern anatomy who died in Zakynthos in the 16th century.

Near the beach, there is also Villa Sarakina right on a hill in the middle of the lush greenery that surrounds the town of Laganas. An old country house owned by the Lountzis family, aristocratic lineage of Zakynthos with a particular 19th century architectural structure.

Not far from Laganas, the small port of Agios Sostis which houses a very picturesque beach, Porto Koukla where you can relax or set out to discover Marathonissi island. In fact, the town of Laganas is one of the points where it is possible to embark to visit the beautiful Keri Caves and the coast of Cape Marathia.

Considered the most coveted by young people and clearly the most commercial of the island of Zakynthos, it has a long coastline that at one point merges with Kalamaki beach for a total of 14 kilometers of pure soft sand with very shallow waters. ten meters from the shore therefore perfect for families with children. Let's say that the sea is not among the best you can see but the waters are still clean, blue, calm and warm. Super equipped with sunbeds, umbrellas, beach bars, taverns and restaurants where to eat something typical and of Greek cuisine is the kingdom of loves to stay up late given the continuous parties on the beach and nightclubs that offer everything more and for every taste . Several points for fun such as beach volleyball, parachute, all the games and water sports that holidaymakers love so much. Diving enthusiasts can indulge themselves here in unforgettable dives organized by special structures. Just in front of the islet of Agios Sostis with its marina where fishermen and private boats dock, reachable from a wooden pier. Both Laganas beach and Kalamaki beach are part of the Zante Marine Park and therefore a protected area.

Together with the island of Corfù, Zakynthos is certainly one of the most popular for the crazy international nightlife. Every summer in Laganas young people from all over Europe, especially from the north, meet in search of a memorable party and non-stop fun. There are so many places where you can spend a cheerful evening, to be able to describe them all it would take pages so go and see this article that speaks exclusively of nightlife and recommends the trendiest places.

From whichever area you are staying in, head south and you will find Laganas. From Zakynthos Town it is about ten kilometers towards the south. It would be better to have your own vehicle so as to be independent, otherwise from the capital there are bus rides several times a day. Remember to always consult the timetables which vary according to the period.

Here is another beautiful town to visit and include in the list of things to see in Zakynthos unless you decide to stay there directly, the hub of nightlife but also perfect for families with children for the immense beach where everyone can find their space .