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TOP 10 REASONS
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Why travel to Kefalonia: Find out the top 10 reasons to visit
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A SNEAK PEAK
A SNEAK PEAK
A SNEAK PEAK
A Sneak Peek into Kefalonia
- The local wine varieties "Robola," "Mavrodafni," and "Kefalonian Moschato" are well-known in Kefalonia. "Robola," in particular, is one of Greece's top three wine varieties!
- Every year, about 500 tons of "Robola" wine are produced, with the majority of it being exported to Europe and the United States.
- Kefalonia (Cephalonia) is the largest and most beautiful of Greece's Ionian Islands, with bewitching turquoise and cerulean blue waters lapping up against white pebble beaches and pine-scented limestone mountains slashed by lush, green fertile valleys.
- The island's primary source of income in the previous millennium was agriculture, but tourism has grown in importance since the release of the 2001 film Captain Corelli's Mandolin, based on the book by Louis de Bernieres and starring Penelope Cruz and Nicholas Cage.
- Almost all of the island's towns and villages were destroyed by a devastating earthquake in 1953, so there is little historical architecture to be found, with one notable exception: the village of Fiskardo, which miraculously survived the massive destruction.
- On Kefalonia, however, there are still many beautiful places to visit.
- The airport is nine kilometers south of the island's capital, Argostoli.
- Capital: Argostolion
- International Airport: Kefalonia International Airport Anna Pollatou (EFL)
- Population: 35.000
- Currency: the Euro
- Time: GMT+2
- Driving side: Right
- Main Electricity: 230 V
- Official Language: Greek
- Religion: thodox religion and Christianity
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HIGHLIGHTS
HIGHLIGHTS
HIGHLIGHTS
Top Tourist Attractions in Kefalonia
- Fiskardo, unquestionably Kefalonia's most beautiful village, is located on the island's northeastern tip.
- Ássos is a quiet little village on the northwest coast of the island, about 10 kilometers from Fiskardo. It is constructed on a causeway that connects a hilly peninsula to the mainland.
- Myrtos Beach, on the island of Kefalonia, is one of Greece's most photographed beaches.
- The capital city of Argostóli is located on a peninsula on Kefalonia's southwest coast.
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SEASONS TO TRAVEL
SEASONS TO TRAVEL
SEASONS TO TRAVEL
Best Months to Visit Kefalonia
- The climate on Kefalonia is Mediterranean, with hot, dry summers and mild winters.
- The best time to visit Kefalonia if you want to catch some rays is between June and August.
- July is the hottest month of the year, with average daily highs of 31 degrees Celsius and lows of 21 degrees Celsius.
- January is the coldest month of the year, with an average daily maximum of 14 degrees Celsius and a low of 5 degrees Celsius.
- April is the driest month, with only 5 mm of rain and 29 perfect sunny days. November is the wettest month, with 63 mm of rain falling over four days.
- From June to October, you should be able to enjoy the beach with sea temperatures of 23 C or higher.
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WORTH A VISIT
WORTH A VISIT
WORTH A VISIT
The Best Places to Visit in Kefalonia
Fiskardo
- Fiskardo, unquestionably Kefalonia's most beautiful village, is located on the island's northeastern tip and is the only settlement to retain its pre-earthquake 18th-century Venetian-style architecture.
- It is popular with sailing crews who moor their yachts here on summer nights, as it is surrounded by a dense cypress glade and built around a sheltered bay.
- The majority of the houses in the harbor area now serve as upmarket seafood restaurants, cafés, and vacation homes.
Assos
- Assos is a quiet little village on the northwest coast of the island, about 10 kilometers from Fiskardo. It is constructed on a causeway that connects a hilly peninsula to the mainland.
- To get there, take a series of hairpin bends until you reach the village, which is nestled in a quaint harbor surrounded by seafood taverns.
- The peninsula is topped by the ruins of a 16th-century Venetian castle, which you can walk up to for a closer look (allow about 40 minutes), and there are a couple of pebble beaches nearby where you can swim.
Myrtos Beach
- Kefalonia is home to one of Greece's most photographed beaches. Myrtos is a lovely town on the island's northwest coast, near Assos.
- The two-kilometer-long beach is bordered by a stunning turquoise-blue sea and is backed by dramatic limestone cliffs.
- It's made of smooth white pebbles that look like sand from a distance. The view from the road above is absolutely breathtaking.
- The beach is a little wild — there's no natural shade from the afternoon sun, and the seabed abruptly shelves into deep water with strong currents, so you'll need to be a strong swimmer.
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DISCOVER MORE
DISCOVER MORE
DISCOVER MORE
Kefalonia Off the Beaten Track
Argostoli
- Argostoli is the island's vibrant capital, with its main square bustling with locals and visitors at night.
- People sit outside in the square's coffee shops, bars, and gyros (Greek kebab) cafés to take in the atmosphere.
- A day trip to Argostoli, which has all of the amenities you'll need, including banks and pharmacies as well as lovely boutique shops, is well worth the trip if you're staying outside of town.
- Visitors to Argostoli can stay in a city hotel or rent an apartment in the heart of the city.
- By the harbour, there are a few larger hotels, as well as traditional tavernas and modern cafés with views of the sea.
- A beach is only a 10-minute drive away in nearby Lassi, ensuring that you get the best of both worlds on your vacation.
Lassi
- Lassi is an excellent choice for those seeking a traditional beach vacation in a small-town setting. The main strip of bars and restaurants, where there are beautiful open spaces to enjoy long summer evenings, is all within walking distance of hotels and self-catering apartments.
- Although Lassi is popular with couples, some hotels cater to families with pools, kid-friendly play areas, and babysitting services.
- Lassi is a purpose-built resort, which means it has all of the amenities you'll need and is a great place to use as a base for exploring the island rather than staying in one place.
- Despite its modern appearance, buildings have been designed to blend in with traditional Greek aesthetics, preserving Kefalonia's natural beauty.
- Makris Yialos and Platis Yialos are two of the island's beaches, both of which are long, sandy, and ideal for swimming and water sports.
Sami
- Sami is a well-known town with a working port and two harbors that house both working and commercial vessels.
- Locals looking for the day's catch and tourists sitting in cafés and tavernas watching the world go by make the area around the harbours a hive of activity.
- Although there is no beach in Sami, Antisamos beach is close by for those seeking a day away from the town's bustle.
- Sami's seafood restaurants are world-class, making it an ideal place to visit for foodies.
- If you want to visit the nearby island of Ithaca, the most idyllic of the Greek Islands, Sami is a great place to stay.
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CULTURE & TRADITIONS
CULTURE & TRADITIONS
CULTURE & TRADITIONS
Kefalonia Culture and Traditions
- During the fifteenth century, thanks to Venetian and Turkish hegemony, Cephalonia and the Ionian Islands of Greece are the only areas in Greece where a rapid flowering of culture occurs in all fields of art, something the island had never seen before in its history.
- The islands under Venetian rule were subjected to a refined and culturally advanced occupation that passed on elements of Western culture, in contrast to what was happening on the continent, where Greeks were deprived of not only their national freedom, but also their freedom of thought and expression.
- The people of the Ionian islands of Kefalonia, in particular, were not sterile recipients of Western influences; instead, artists and writers mixed local foreign elements with their popular characteristics.
- The letters were developed in Kefalonia and other Ionian Islands in Greece during the eighteenth century.
- Poetry, prose, translation, archaeological research, and philosophy were all areas where Kefalonian literati excelled.
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FOOD FUN FASHION
FOOD FUN FASHION
FOOD FUN FASHION
Kefalonia: Food, Fun & Fashion Guide
FISH
#Food
- Come on, Kefalonia is an island, so there's plenty of fish for people of all ages and budgets!
- Along with seafood and the traditional fresh fish that can be grilled or cooked, the residents of Kefalonia have a favorite local recipe.
- It's stockfish or cod with agliada, a sauce made from boiled potatoes, garlic, olive oil, and lemon ground in a mortar.
- The agliada is similar to skordalia, a breadcrumb and garlic mixture that is served as a delicious fish side dish.
- Salt cod fritters are also popular in Kefalonia.
- For those who enjoy eating fresh fish, Argostoli's waterfront is a paradise because fishermen dock early in the morning and sell their catch directly.
- Shrimp, crab, scallops, and a variety of other fish await weighing and wrapping in a sheet of paper before being sold.
VEGETABLES
#Food
- Vegetables are not only served with main courses, but they are also frequently used as the main ingredient in specialty dishes.
- Imam eggplants (eggplants filled with onions, tomatoes, and baked in the oven), briam (potatoes, eggplants, zucchini, and tomatoes cooked in the oven), skordostubi (garlic ground in a mortar with salt, olive oil, and lemon), and stuffed tomatoes and peppers (filled with rice and tomatoes) are all popular and delicious dishes.
- The bourbourelia, a bean soup with salt, pepper, and olive oil, is a traditional Kefalonian dish.
- The wild herbs that grow abundantly in Kefalonia are very popular: chicory, broccoli, mustard, and many others whose names are unknown.
CAKES
#Food
- If you go into a pastry shop on the island of Kefalonia, you'll notice that you can get anything you want with cream, chocolate, or fruit.
- Anyway, if you're looking for something traditional, it'll be easy to find; just look for a cake with nuts, almonds, and cinnamon.
- The Kataifi and Baklavà are the most well-known.
- A puff pastry covered in sugar and cinnamon and filled with a special cream known as Bougatsa or Mantolato is also available (typical nougat).
- Glazed almonds, pasteli (sesame, almond, and honey bars), Galaktompoureko (filo pastry filled with custard and syrup), amigdalopita (almond cake), Ravani (honey cake), the incredible karidopita (walnut cake), moustopita (must cake), and mizithropita are also recommended.
IN gallery
#Fashion
- IN gallery, one of the islands largest and most interesting shops, is a good place to go for unique souvenirs.
- Everyone will find something they like: ladies will find original handmade jewelry, and children will find a large selection of colorful toys and backpacks.
- The same store sells paintings by local artists, handicrafts, traditional mugs, and magnets in the national style.
- All of the items on this page are made entirely by hand.
Mandola Concept Store
#Fashion
- Mandola Concept Store, located in the village of Scala, offers a delightful selection of unique souvenirs.
- It sells unique home decor, such as hand-embroidered pillows and beautiful clocks, as well as national-style paintings and handcrafted photo frames.
- This store is well-known for its elegant wooden handicrafts.
- Ladies can choose from a wide range of light, colorful scarves and costume jewelry.
Romi Women's Apparel
#Fashion
- Romi Women's Apparel is one of the most beautiful shoe stores on the island.
- It is also exclusively for women, where they can find beautiful shoes for any occasion.
- Comfortable and practical shoes are emphasized, making them an excellent choice for outdoor activities.
- The store's prices are significantly lower than those in other major Greek cities, and the shoe quality is always excellent.
Pedal boats in Argostoli Lagoon
#Fun
- Another excellent way to see turtles is to rent a pedal boat from Argostoli Lagoon Activities.
- The lagoon, which is located at the mouth of Argostoli Bay, is a popular wildlife refuge.
- The town's largest park is a shady forest of eucalyptus and pine trees that can be reached by walking or cycling along the wide path that circles the lagoon from the harbour front.
- If you don't feel up to it, you can waste an hour pedaling slowly or rent an electric pedal boat!
Water Park in Lixouri
#Fun
- The Ionian Sea hotel is located on the island's south end, in a quiet, unspoiled green countryside 7 kilometers from Lixouri's picturesque town.
- A beautiful red sand beach is only 100 meters from the hotel.
- This Kefalonia hotel features two swimming pools, one for children, an aqua park, a pool-bar, restaurant, and a Greek traditional tavern (serving traditional cuisine), one playground, a children's station, sport facilities, a mini market, parking, and a lovely natural garden.
Procris Park Argostoli
#Fun
- This is where Kefalonia's largest and most modern playground is located.
- This is a magical space with games and activities for both children and adults, geared toward children aged 1 to 12.
- The inflatable castles, toy cars, basketball court, inflatable pool balls, and electric go-kart cars on a specially constructed track will delight the kids.
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NATURE & SAFARI
NATURE & SAFARI
NATURE & SAFARI
Kefalonia: Natural Beauty & Safari Adventures
- Spend the morning in Argostoli looking for turtles by walking up and down the harbour, past the fishing boats. Wildlife Sense volunteers are frequently seen in the area.
- Days out trekking on the beach or in the hills are available at Kefalonia Horseriding Stables in Sami. They cater to children aged 6 and up and have four horses ranging in height from 1.30 to 1.50 meters, making them ideal for children.
- Mountain Ainos, located 30 kilometers from Argostoli and known as Monte Nero during the Venetian period due to dense forestation of the dark Kefalonian Fir tree, is the highest mountain on the Ionian Islands, rising to 1,628 meters.
- Argostoli is the capital of Cephalonia since 1797 and is located in the southern part of the island. It is amphitheatrically built in the heart of Koutavos' deep golf and has a well-organized port.
- Apia Efimia is one of Kefalonia's most traditional and beautiful villages. It is not only a great place to start your trips around the island, but it is also one of the most beautiful ports on the other side of the island.
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EVENTS & FIESTAS
EVENTS & FIESTAS
EVENTS & FIESTAS
Kefalonia Must-Attend Festivals and Events
- Throughout the year, the island of Kefalonia hosts numerous local fairs and festivals of religious and non-religious nature.
- Ithaca's patron saints are celebrated in the villages with copious amounts of food and drink and traditional dancing until the early morning hours.
- August 15th is a significant festival commemorating the Virgin Mary. The largest celebration takes place in Markopoulo village, on the southern side of Kefalonia island, where the Virgin of the Snakes icon is honoured.
- On August 16th, there is a large festival to honour Agios Gerasimos, the island's protector.
- Many pilgrims visit the Monastery of Agios Gerasimos, and a Holy Mass is held in the saint's cave in Lassi.
- Agia Efimia's birthday is July 11th.
- On August 23rd, Sami celebrates the Monastery of Panagia Agrillion. A ceremony is held, followed by a large feast featuring traditional music, dancing, food, and wine.
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