Ioannina
Greece · Epirus · 470 m
Description
Ioannina (Ιωάννινα) is the historic capital of Epirus and one of the most atmospheric cities in northwestern Greece. Picturesquely situated on the shores of Lake Pamvotida, the city is known for its Byzantine and Ottoman heritage, its imposing castle, its inhabited island with historic monasteries, and its connection to the story of Ali Pasha. Ioannina combines centuries of cultural heritage with a lively university scene, traditional silversmithing and the distinctive cuisine of Epirus. As the cultural center of the region and a gateway to Zagori, the Vikos Gorge and the Pindus Mountains, Ioannina offers an ideal introduction to the diverse landscapes and heritage of northwestern Greece.
Length of stay
Recommended length of stay: 1 to 3 days (optimal 2 days)
Travel season
Best time to visit: April – June or September – October
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- Oct
- Nov
- Dec
Highlights
- Ioannina Castle & Its Kale
- Island of Ioannina & Ali Pasha Museum
- Lake Pamvotis & Ioannina lakeside
- Ioannina Old Town
- Lake Pamvotis boat trip
- Vikos Gorge & Zagori villages(Day trip)
- Perama Cave
- Aslan Pasha Mosque & Municipal Ethnographic Museum
- Fethiye Mosque
- Silversmithing Museum
- Archaeological Museum of Ioannina
- Byzantine Museum of Ioannina
- Dodoni ancient theatre(Day trip)
- Vrellis Greek History Wax Museum
Getting there
- Airports:
- IOA
- Seaport:
- Reachable by ship or ferry