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Zakynthos
Zakynthos, also called Zante, is the third largest island in the Ionian Sea, off the west coast of Greece. The island is named after Zacynthos, son of legendary Arcadian chief Dardanos.
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- Currency
Currency
Euro (EUR)- Language
- Demotic Greek
Language
Demotic Greek, Greek, Modern Greek - Time zones
UTC+2
UTC+2 (UTC+3 in summer)- Power plugs
- Type C/F
Power plugs
Type C, F · 230 V - Getting around
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Drive on the right
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Entry requirements on travel.state.gov
Ionian Islands, Greece · Population: 41K · Calling code: +30
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