Ithaca

Greek island and mythical home of Odysseus.

Ithaka Ithakon

Ithaca is an island located in the Ionian Sea, part of Greece. It is best known as the mythical home of Odysseus in Homer's epic poem, the Odyssey.

/ɪˈθɑːkə/

Ithaca derives from Ancient Greek Ἰθάκη (Ithákē).

Ithaca is a Greek island famous in stories as the home of Odysseus, a hero who took ten years to return after a long journey.

Ithaca is part of the Ionian Islands
Archaeological evidence suggests human habitation dating back to the Neolithic period
The island's landscape is characterized by rocky terrain and sandy beaches

What is Ithaca known for? It's famous as the mythical home of Odysseus
Is Ithaca a real place? Yes, it is an island in Greece
Who was Odysseus? He was a hero in Greek mythology known for his long journey home

island Greece

Ionian Sea Greece

geographical mythological natural object