Blue caves

Blue Caves, Shipwreck Beach and a sad thing

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June 21st 2011
The sad thing is that the sea claimed Kim’s wedding ring – which my dad had given to my mom. In a very turbulent pull of the surf, the ring was literally sucked like a vacuum from Kim’s finger. The action was so swift that although she felt the initial tug there was no time to even clench the fist to prevent its release. Even with goggles there was no chance of seeing it – even with o ... read more

Europe » Greece » Ionian Islands » Zakynthos

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Greece achieved its independence from the Ottoman Empire in 1829. During the second half of the 19th century and the first half of the 20th century, it gradually added neighboring islands and territories, most with Greek-speaking populations. In Worl... ... read more