Kythera

Kythera is known as the Island of Aphrodite, the Goddess of love. Is one of the Heptanese, the seven islands of Ionian. It is located in the Southeastern side of the Peloponnese peninsula and generally in South Greece. The previous name of the island was Cerigo. Kythera has been influenced by many civilizations and cultures because it was located in a strategic position. 

Map of Kythera

Paxos

Map of Paxos

Paxi or Paxoi  is the name of the smallest group of the Ionian Islands which are called the Heptanese. It refers to a complex of islands, the largest of which are Paxos and Antipaxos. The capital of Paxoi is Gaios and is naturally protected by two islets, the Virgin Mary and Saint Nicholas. In Greek mythology, Poseidon created the island by striking Corfu with his trident, so that he and wife Amphitrite could have some peace and quiet.

Paxi are located 7 miles south of Corfu, just 8 miles from the mainland coast and 12 miles from Parga.