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Agia Eleoussa Church

2nd May 20217th Apr 2021 Visit Kefalonia

The original church in Anninata was destroyed by the earthquake of 1953 and restored in 1954 unfortunately it was destroyed again by a big fire in 1986.
In recent years, … see more

Categories Monestaries and churches Tags Nr Katelios Nr Poros Nr Skala

Agioi Fanentes Monastery

12th Apr 202110th Apr 2021 Visit Kefalonia

The road to the ruins of Saint Fanentes Monastery is between Sami and Antisamos beach, it’s a lovely scenic drive up to what is known as ancient Sami.

A review … see more

Categories Archaeological sites Monestaries and churches Places of interest Tags Nr Agia Efimia Nr Sami 1 Comment

Ai Helis beach

18th May 202126th Mar 2021 Visit Kefalonia

Awarded Blue Flag status for 2021

Ai Helis beach is located in the southeast of Kefalonia and is one of many in the area of Svoronata.
Although bordered at … see more

Categories Beaches Blue flag beaches Tags Nr Lourdas Nr Svoronata Svoronata Leave a comment

Ammes beach

18th May 202126th Mar 2021 Visit Kefalonia

Ammes beach is a very popular beach in the area of Svoronata.
There is soft sand underfoot, an abundance of sunbeds for hire, a beach bar playing music, as … see more

Categories Beaches Tags Nr Lassi Svoronata Leave a comment

Antisamos beach

18th May 202126th Mar 2021 Visit Kefalonia

Awarded Blue Flag status for 2021

Antisamos beach is situated on the east coast of the island, 4.5km from the quayside at Sami. A steep winding road with breath-taking views … see more

Categories Beaches Blue flag beaches Tags Nr Agia Efimia Sami Leave a comment

Archaic Temple of Apollo & Church of St George

12th Apr 202129th Mar 2021 Visit Kefalonia

About 3km up the coast from Skala towards Poros are the ruins of the Archaic Temple of Apollo and next to these ruins is the little Church of St George. … see more

Categories Archaeological sites Monestaries and churches Tags Nr Katelios Nr Poros Skala Leave a comment

Assos beach

6th Apr 202126th Mar 2021 Visit Kefalonia

Assos beach is a compact pebbly stretch of coastline right at the heart of the picturesque village of Assos. The beach faces west towards the outcrop that is home … see more

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Assos Castle

4th May 202128th Mar 2021 Visit Kefalonia

The castle of Assos is a fine example of military architecture, British general Charles James Napier described it as stronger than Gibraltar. The castle stands on the top of a 170 m high … see more

Categories Castles Tags Assos Nr Agia Efimia Nr Fiskardo Nr Sami 1 Comment

Avithos beach

18th May 202126th Mar 2021 Visit Kefalonia

Awarded Blue Flag status for 2021

Avithos beach is a beautiful stretch of sandy beach in the area of Svoronata.
Some say that this gorgeous beach gets overlooked in … see more

Categories Beaches Blue flag beaches Tags Svoronata Leave a comment

Botanical gardens of Argostoli

6th Apr 202129th Mar 2021 Visit Kefalonia

The garden was established by the Focas-Cosmetatos Foundation in 1998 to preserve and display the native flora of the island. The site was formerly an olive grove. Different areas have … see more

Categories Landmarks Tags Argostoli Nr Lassi Leave a comment

Castle and ruins of ancient Sami

11th Apr 202110th Apr 2021 Visit Kefalonia

Writings taken from the information board at ancient Sami site:
Ancient Sami, built deep in the natural bay, was one of the four cities – States of the “Cephalonian Tetrapolis” … see more

Categories Archaeological sites Castles Places of interest Village ruins Tags Nr Agia Efimia Nr Sami Leave a comment

Castle of St George

11th Apr 202129th Mar 2021 Visit Kefalonia

We highly recommend visiting this beautiful village, give yourself time to walk round the ruins of the Venetian Castle of Saint George, the views from up there are breath-taking.
Enjoy … see more

Categories Archaeological sites Castles Tags Nr Argostoli Nr Lourdas Nr Svoronata 1 Comment

Catholic Church of St Nicholas

6th Apr 202129th Mar 2021 Visit Kefalonia

The Catholic church of St. Nicholas in Argostoli is the only catholic church on the island of Kefalonia.
The present day church is built on the site of the previous … see more

Categories Monestaries and churches Tags Argostoli Nr Lassi Leave a comment

Church of Agia Varvara

7th Apr 2021 Visit Kefalonia

The church of Agia Varvara (Saint Barbara) is located over the water from Argostoli, just off the road heading towards Razata.
According to tradition, in around 1912, a small child … see more

Categories Monestaries and churches Places of interest Tags Nr Argostoli Nr Lassi Nr Svoronata

Church of our Lady Fidousa

6th Apr 202128th Mar 2021 Visit Kefalonia

The myth surrounding these small grey/black snakes, which appear to have a cross on their heads and cross shaped tongues comes from the year 1705, when the monastery in the … see more

Categories Monestaries and churches Tags Nr Katelios Nr Poros Nr Skala Leave a comment

Dafnoudi beach

2nd Apr 202126th Mar 2021 Visit Kefalonia

Dafnoudi beach is one of the most notherly beaches on the island and possibly one of the trickiest to access.
Although we have not tried this ourselves, we have it … see more

Categories Beaches Tags Fiskardo Leave a comment

de Bosset bridge

6th Apr 202129th Mar 2021 Visit Kefalonia

The de Bosset bridge (formerly Drapano Bridge) connects Argostoli with settlements on the north side of the Koutavos Lagoon. It gets it name from the governor of the island during … see more

Categories Landmarks Tags Argostoli Nr Lassi Leave a comment

Drogarati Cave

6th Apr 202123rd Mar 2021 Visit Kefalonia

To the south west of Sami you will find the impressive Drogarati cave, a cave so large even orchestras have performed there. The cave was discovered 300 years ago when … see more

Categories Landmarks Tags Nr Agia Efimia Sami Leave a comment

Eglina beach

6th Apr 202126th Mar 2021 Visit Kefalonia

Eglina beach is a lovely beach tucked away at the far end of the airport runway in the Minies area. It is a fine, sandy beach and the water comfortably … see more

Categories Beaches Tags Nr Lassi Nr Svoronata Leave a comment

Emplisi beach

8th Jan 202226th Mar 2021 Visit Kefalonia

A picturesque shingle beach in a secluded bay, with clear waters, a popular spot for snorkelling. The beach is not organised so there are no sunbeds for hire but there’s … see more

Categories Beaches Tags Fiskardo Leave a comment

Foki beach

31st Mar 202126th Mar 2021 Visit Kefalonia

A small beautiful white pebble beach, shaded by many trees, surrounded by lush greenery and amazing views. Crystal clear aquamarine water, perfect for snorkelling. Take a walk down the beach … see more

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Italian War Memorial

6th Apr 202128th Mar 2021 Visit Kefalonia

The memorial to the Acqui Division; an Italian infantry unit which was stationed on the island during the 2nd world war and allies of the German army.
They were brutally … see more

Categories Landmarks Tags Argostoli Nr Lassi Leave a comment

Kaminia beach

6th Apr 202126th Mar 2021 Visit Kefalonia

Just outside of Skala below the village of Ratzakli there are two popular sandy beaches, Mounda beach & Kaminia beach. Although there are two names given to this beach front, … see more

Categories Beaches Tags Nr Katelios Nr Poros Nr Skala Leave a comment

Katavothres Mill

6th Apr 202128th Mar 2021 Visit Kefalonia

Round the northern end of the Argostoli peninsula is the mill wheel and sink holes. There is nothing spectacular about the wheel itself, it’s a replica constructed after previous ones … see more

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Katelios Beaches

13th May 20212nd Apr 2021 Visit Kefalonia

Katelios’ small beach is made up of sand and shingle, the water is clear and shallow for a fair distance so great for families with small children.
There are a … see more

Categories Beaches Tags Katelios 4 Comments

Korgialenio Historic And Cultural Museum

6th Apr 202129th Mar 2021 Visit Kefalonia

In Argostoli, approximately 1.8km from main street Lassi.
A Museum of island history featuring photos, paintings & artefacts, plus a library with a reading area. The museum is housed on … see more

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Koroni beach

Koroni beach

18th May 202113th May 2021 Visit Kefalonia

Koroni beach is approximately 250m of sand/shingle mix on the south coast of Kefalonia.
It is accessed by 3km of downhill tarmac road and dirt track, so be careful in … see more

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Lepeda beach

18th May 202126th Mar 2021 Visit Kefalonia

Awarded Blue Flag status for 2021

Lepeda beach is a small stretch of sandy beach 3km south of Lixouri. It faces east and has a panoramic view of the hilly … see more

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Lighthouse of Saint Theodora

13th Apr 202112th Apr 2021 Visit Kefalonia

On the coastal road between Argostoli and Lassi you cannot miss the Lighthouse of Saint Theodora. It stands proudly at the end of a walkway which extends into the sea. It is named after … see more

Categories Landmarks Places of interest Tags Argostoli Nr Lassi Leave a comment

Lourdas beach

18th May 202126th Mar 2021 Visit Kefalonia

Awarded Blue Flag status for 2021

The beach at Lourdas has an excellent selection of café bars and tavernas all along its 1km flat promenade.
There are plenty of sunbeds … see more

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