Zacharo is a beautiful small town in the Region Unit of Ilia. It is located in the southwestern part of the Unit of Ilia and is 30 km away from the capital city of Pyrgos. The city of Zacharo is the capital of the homonymous municipality, which owns another 18 municipal districts. Historically Zacharo is a new city. It is the capital of the historic Arini, and was formed as an organized residential settlement after the liberation of 1821. A few hundred meters from the sea, the climate in Zacharo is quite mild. Zacharo has a growing tourist infrastructure. The excellent archeological sites, the thermal springs, the unique natural attractions and the huge sandy beach attract thousands of visitors every year.