Ilia

Athens, the capital of Greece, is situated 120 miles (193 kilometers) east of Ilia.

Don't just limit yourself to Ilia, because the wider region contains an abundance scenic and cultural attractions which await the savvy traveler. Places in the vicinity of Ilia are Pineios, 20 miles (32 kilometers) to the southeast, and Andravida-Kyllini, 20 miles (32 kilometers) to the southeast.

Zakynthos is about 35 miles (56 kilometers) from Ilia. This center features a number of interesting things to see and do, including St. Dionisios Church, Xigia Beach and Blue Caves. If you have enough time, be sure to visit Tsilivi Beach, Kalamaki Beach and Banana Beach before you head back to Ilia.

Every place has its own specific history and the West Greece area has plenty of its own stories to tell. The castles here are well worth visiting. When you ask the locals what to see around Ilia, they'll often point you in the direction of the region's fabulous open-air exhibits.

Why don't you make use of passionate locals keen to share their backyard with you and sign on for a specialised tour? Winery tours, city walking tours and guided nature walks are popular in this area. If you love to get wet, this is a great place for you. Snorkeling is a popular option here and another great outdoor sport is fishing.

When your time is up in West Greece, you'll be sure to bid this place a fond "Yiá sou" Rest assured, however, you'll be heading home with once-in-a-lifetime memories that you'll cherish for a lifetime.