In Mizithres and the sunset: Keri - Keri Hill - View of Mizithres - Keri The walker’s orientation and safety is solely their responsibility. The present report, the relevant tracks (gpx) and the rest of the informational material are just supplementary. The proper equipment is necessary, depending on the weather conditions and the nature of the route.  Route’s type: circular Route’s duration: 1 hour and 20 minutes Route’s length: 4,200 metres Level of difficulty: easy Suggested season: All seasons, weather permitting it. In summer, you should avoid midday hours. The route It is a circular route with landscape changes. The route starts from the central square of the village and ascends eastwards to the beautifully landscaped area of the cultural centre (Church of Agia Paraskevi). Then, and to the east and uphill from the asphalt road in a turn of the road (hairpin bend) we turn south - southwest, where the road becomes a downhill dirt road, without any particular difficulties for the pedestrian. Following this dirt road and without any deviations (be careful because the route is not marked) we reach the viewpoint of Mizithra. At this point the view is unique and stunning, although special attention is required due to the great height of the cliff and the possible erosion of the ground. From this point, the dirt road continues and after about eight hundred meters, it meets the asphalt road that connects Faros with the village. Here, the walker can choose to visit the lighthouse (although it is usually closed due to the fact that it belongs to the Navy) or to climb up the asphalt road to the village and complete the route. The duration of the hike (not including any stops) is around an hour and a half. As a circular route it can also be done from the reverse direction but in this case it will be more uphill. On the island of Zakynthos there are: Citizen Service Centres in the settlements (from north to south) of Alykes, Zakynthos Town, Machairado and Pantokratoras. Police Station in Katastari and General Police Directorate in Zakynthos Town. A number of private clinics, medical centres and pharmacies, as well as public health facilities are located in Zakynthos Town, General Hospital, and Health Centre in Kallithea. Keri At the southwestern tip of the island of Zakynthos, the traditional settlement of Keri stands out, dominating the impressive southwestern coastline with its wonderful natural attractions. It is located about 20 km from Zakynthos town and has about 150 inhabitants. Stone houses that survived the devastating earthquake of 1953, narrow streets, wonderful old churches, make up a really interesting architectural landscape. Keri is a beautiful village, famous for the legend that accompanies its church, Panagia tou Keri. It is said that once the Virgin Mary hid Keri in dense fog to save it from pirate raids. Mizithres  Mizithres, the small and the big one, are actually two white, conical, towering rocks, located just below the lighthouse of Keri. One of these two rocky mounds has an opening that you can swim across and is inhabited by numerous sea starfish. They are named after the local cheese produced on the island, Mizithra, which is also white. The view is breathtaking as the cliffs spring up after the cliff, one next to the other, and in combination with the crystal clear turquoise waters, the caves of Keri and the steep mountainsides make up a magnificent landscape. Lighthouse Keri One of the most popular places in Keri is just 1 km from the village. The lighthouse of Keri offers a magnificent view of the blue Ionian Sea, above a high rock 300 m high. From this point you can enjoy one of the most enchanting and picturesque sunsets in the Ionian Sea, although in recent years the place has been fenced off. Caves of Keri The Caves of Keri, which can only be reached by sea, are spread out near Cape Marathia, on the southwestern side of the island. Dozens of caves are formed on this stretch of coast, many with an entrance that barely allows you to swim through, while others have an entrance large enough to be entered directly by boat. In addition, along the coast there are two rock arches, where under the large arch you can pass by boat While visiting the caves, it is possible to stop for a swim and sunbathing on one of the small sandy beaches of Cape Marathia or to proceed by boat to admire the Mizithres. Panagia Keriotissa It is an old impressive church, in burgundy and ochre colours. We do not know the original form of the church, but we do know that it belonged to Venice, which granted it to the inhabitants of Keri in 1630. It was renovated in 1745 and after the earthquake of 1953 it was restored. The reliefs on the windows and the entrance with its columns resembling ancient columns are impressive. The bell tower is also magnificent. Inside the church is the ancient icon of the Virgin Mary, a right-handed icon considered miraculous. It is said that once the Virgin Mary hid the Candle in a dense fog to save it from pirate raids. The icon is double, with the Virgin Mary on one side and Agios Nikolaos on the other, and it is partially burnt. The church was built on the spot where the icon was found. On the parapet of the matroneum there is a painting of the procession of the icon during the Venetian period, by an unknown artist. The iconostasis, carved in wood and gilded, was made in 1750. The church celebrates Easter Monday and many local customs are observed, too.  During the route, the walker will encounter QR information signs at the following points: a) at the start of the route at the central square of the village, b) at the square of the cultural centre, c) at the junction after the road curve, d) after the next junction, e) at the viewpoint of Mizithra, f) at the end of the dirt road, g) at the junction for Panagia Keriotissa.