Solomos Square
On Gingerguide's self-guided Zakynthos audio tour, Solomos Square is a stop worth about ~45 min. Stand in front of it, press play for a short narrated story, and put any follow-up question to the built-in AI guide.
- Type square
- Suggested visit ~45 min
- Zakynthos Zakynthos guide
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About Solomos Square
Solomos Square, the elegant main square of Zakynthos town by the harbour, named after the national poet of Greece, with his statue, arcaded buildings and the Museum of Zakynthos, all rebuilt after the earthquake of 1953.
The square is named after Dionysios Solomos, born in Zakynthos in 1798, who wrote the Hymn to Liberty, the Greek national anthem. The earthquake of 1953 destroyed almost the whole town, which was rebuilt afterwards.
The square is open at all times. The Museum of Zakynthos on its side has its own hours and is closed on Tuesdays. In the evening, the square and the nearby harbour front are lively with walkers.
Did you know? Dionysios Solomos, born in Zakynthos in 1798, wrote the Hymn to Liberty; its first two verses became the national anthem of Greece and later of Cyprus.
How much time do you need at Solomos Square?
Around ~45 min works well for Solomos Square — time to look properly and listen to its story on the spot. Linger if you like; nothing on a self-guided walk is on a clock.
Should you stop at Solomos Square?
Yes — Solomos Square made the cut as one of 13 places the Gingerguide team researched and narrated across Zakynthos. The story tells you why it is worth the stop, and the AI guide fills in anything you still wonder.
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