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The Greek islands<\/strong> are among the most popular vacation destinations in Europe. In this article, we would like to introduce you to the unique beauty and diversity of the Greek islands. Greece’s islands are spread across two areas in the eastern Mediterranean.<\/p>\n

After 17 years of traveling in Greece, we can say that every Greek island is a world of its own! Tom & Ella<\/cite><\/p><\/blockquote>\n

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Greek islands as far as the eye can see<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

The first part of the Greek islands, such as Crete, Santorini, Lesbos, and Rhodes, are spread from north to south in the Aegean Sea, or Aegean for short. The second part of the Greek islands, such as Corfu and Zakynthos, are located in the Ionian Sea between Italy and Greece.<\/p>\n

Where to start with so many island gems? Our overview of the Greek islands<\/strong> will help you keep track of everything and provide you with all the important information you need for your trip to Crete, Mykonos, and more:<\/p>\n

Greek Islands Map<\/h2>\n

There are said to be over 3,000 Greek islands \u2013 sounds crazy at first, right? Don’t worry: only 119 of them are inhabited (source: 2021 census). But only half have more than 1,000 inhabitants, and around 40 Greek islands have fewer than 100 inhabitants. These tranquil islands are the real insider tips!<\/p>\n

Our map of the Greek islands<\/strong> gives you the perfect overview for your next island getaway. Whether you like it quiet, wild, unspoiled, or surprising \u2013 you’re guaranteed to find your personal island paradise here.<\/p>\n

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Map of the Greek islands and island groups<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Most Greek islands are located in groups close to each other and are therefore grouped together as archipelagos. The most important archipelagos in Greece<\/strong> are the Cyclades, the Dodecanese, the Ionian Islands, and the Sporades\u2014at least as far as tourism is concerned. And then there are many more islands around the mainland.<\/p>\n

Here’s a quick summary of the Greek islands<\/strong>:<\/p>\n