The stories of Sappho’s suicide and that of Artemisia of Caria jumping from the cliffs at Cape Lefkada are related to other myths linking the island to the ancient Greek goddess of love, Aphrodite.
Some researchers believe that Meganisi was the Homeric island of Krocylea, which was part of Odysseus’ kingdom.
Prepare to be mesmerized by the stunning watercolor and serene ambiance.
Modern Ithaca is generally identified with Homer’s Ithaca, the home of Odysseus, whose delayed return to the island is the plot of the epic poem Odyssey.
Despite its global fame, the island has retained its authenticity, avoiding mass tourism and preserving its crystal-clear waters.