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Greek Islands Eyewitness Travel Guide

Explore hundreds of irresistible islands with the Greek Islands Eyewitness Travel Guide!

Whether you want to follow in the footsteps of legendary figures at the Minoan palace, swim in the turquoise waters of idyllic Zakynthos bay, or watch the sun set over Corfu from Kaiser’s throne, your Greek Islands Eyewitness travel guide makes sure you experience all that this beautiful part of the world has to offer.

The perfect escape, the Greek Islands offer spectacular beaches, crystal-clear seas, and picturesque villages. Though the islands vary greatly in character, they all share delicious cuisine, hospitable locals, and views capable of stealing your breath away.

This guide brings the Greek Islands to life, transporting you there like no other travel guide does with expert-led insights, trusted travel advice, detailed breakdowns of all the must-see sights, photographs on practically every page, and hand-drawn illustrations which place you inside the region’s iconic buildings and neighbourhoods. 

Inside, you’ll discover:

• the pick of the Greek Islands’ must-sees, top experiences and hidden gems
• the best spots to eat, drink, shop and stay
• detailed maps and walks which make navigating the region easy
• easy-to-follow itineraries
• expert advice – get ready, get around and stay safe
• colour-coded chapters to every part of the Greek Islands, from Athens to Crete, the Dodecanese to the Cyclades
• a lightweight format, so you can take it with you wherever you go.

Greece is a country in southeastern Europe with thousands of islands throughout the Aegean and Ionian seas. Influential in ancient times, it’s often called the cradle of Western civilization. Athens, its capital, retains landmarks including the 5th-century B.C. Acropolis citadel with the Parthenon temple. Greece is also known for its beaches, from the black sands of Santorini to the party resorts of Mykonos.