Which island was nicknamed 'Fiore di Levante' (Flower of the East) by the Venetians from 1484 to 1797?
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: C. Zakynthos
- Step 1: The island's nickname is "Fiore di Levante" (Flower of the East), bestowed upon it by the Venetians, who ruled Zakynthos from 1484 to 1797. Answer: Zakynthos. Why not the others: "Cephalonia" is famous for Myrtos Beach and the underground lake of Melissani; "Corfu" is famous for Paleokastritsa bay and Canal d'Amour in Sidari; "Lefkada" is celebrated for the cliff-backed white pebble beach of Porto Katsiki.
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