The city of Ioannina is built on the west bank of Lake Pamvotida at an altitude of 480 meters between high peaks. The castle of Ali Pasha, the islet of Kyra Frosini, the oracle of Dodoni and the modern University of Ioannina, are landmarks of the city, combining the traditional with the modern, natural beauty with development. On the islet of Lake Ioannina, one of the few inhabited lake islands in the world, the Byzantine monasteries with the unique frescoes, worth a visit.