The island's capital since 1757, Argostoli has all the characteristics of a metropolis. On the shores of the homonymous bay, its location protects it from the strong winds of the open sea, and on several occasions has saved it from enemy attacks. It has the chief port, connecting Kefalonia with the Peloponnese, which is well-matched with the...
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On Kefalonia, analogous to the well-known and mostly friendly rivalry between Athens and Thessaloniki, is that of Argostoli and Liksouri. With the transfer of the capital from Argostoli, in the 16th century, Liksouri tried to claim that title but was denied. Thus began a rivalry that persists to this day, usually expressed in teasing amongst...
If you come by boat from Patras, Sami is the first taste of Kefalonia you will meet. Green, as is nearly the entire island, home to the main commercial port of the island, it is considered to be a very important link with mainland Greece. It has many shops and fashionable accommodations, and its central location makes it an ideal base for...
Along the road from Sami to Fiskardo, Myrtos and Assos, one pleasant stop is sure to delay your journey. The village of Agia Efthimia is one of the most picturesque traditional villages, and is ideal for a long relaxing swim in the beautiful turquoise bays, a lunch of fresh fish from seaside restaurants, and the harbor promenade with mountain...
Even the name sounds melodious when pronounced. Fiskardo is without rival the most beautiful village of Kefalonia. Its Ionian-style mansions are the only ones on the island to have survived the earthquake of 1953, and its port is among the first choices for sailors to moor their yachts. Fiskardo, this small remnant of pre-earthquake Kefalonia,...
A village that combines mountain and sea in a unique way. From here you can start your adventure on the trails and slopes of Mt. Ainos, and finish it with a dip in the clear blue waters next to the wide, sandy beach of the neighboring Lourdas. Its name is said to come from the fact that it was a favorite resort of English lords in the years of...
Arriving at the Bay of Assos, the magnificent view is sure to strike awe into you. Towering, verdant cliffs, just before they join the emerald sea, are stripped of their outer layers, revealing the white rock underneath and producing a unique turquoise. When you have had your fill of this sight, descend carefully into the small hamlet of the...
The southernmost point of the island, Skala gathers throngs of tourists every year, thanks in part to the many activities on offer, but also thanks to the vast sandy beach. The beach is ideal for children building sand-castles and frolicking endlessly in the sea. In the evening, the charming village has many popular spots featuring local...
The third most important port of Kefalonia, connecting to the Peloponnese. A village with houses built upon terraces reminiscent of a vineyard. Because of the harbor, it has in recent years built up a very good tourist infrastructure. The beaches nearby are characterized by calm, blue waters ideal for a splash. The village center is a beautiful...