Igoumenitsa

Igoumenitsa is the urban center of the Epirus region in northwestern Greece and one of the country's most vital maritime gateways. Situated on the Ionian Sea, its modern port dispatches daily ferries to Italy (Brindisi, Bari, Ancona, Venice) and the Ionian Islands. The town's development accelerated with the construction of the Egnatia Odos highway, which follows the ancient Roman route to connect the city with the Turkish border. Framed by a mountainous backdrop of pine forests and coastal wetlands, the area balances heavy transit traffic with a diverse natural environment. Heading south from the city toward Sivota, the coastline hides dozens of organized and natural beaches. Closest to the center, on the Drepano peninsula, lie Gallikos Molos and the palm-lined Dei beach. Further south, the clear blue waters of the Ionian Sea meet the pebble-sand shores of Mikri Ammos and Mega Ammos. The rock-sheltered coves of Mega Drafi and Mikro Drafi feature deeper waters that are highly favored by snorkelers and divers. The more secluded sections of the coast include Mourtemeno, where many visitors arrive on small boats from nearby islets. Agali, Kamini, and Diapori are narrow, densely vegetated bays popular among campers and sailors. The coastal stretches of Zavia and Agia Paraskevi are surrounded by olive groves, and their waters are kept cool during the summer heat by freshwater springs flowing directly into the sea. The region's coastline has been undergoing continuous tourism development since the 1990s.

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History & landmarks

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Nature

Butrint Wetland

The wetland encompasses Lake Butrint and the Vivari Channel, forming a mix of salt and fresh water.

Bredhi i Sotirës Nature Reserve

Bredhi i Sotirës Nature Reserve.

Acheron River

A river in the Epirus region known for its crystal clear waters and deep canyons.

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