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Index of Kefalonia

Map ..................................................................................................................................................................... 2

About Kefalonia ................................................................................................................................................. 3

Villages ................................................................................................................................................................ 4

Fiscardo ...................................................................................................................................................... 4Assos .......................................................................................................................................................... 4

Argostoli ..................................................................................................................................................... 4

Agia Efimia ................................................................................................................................................ 4

Beaches ............................................................................................................................................................... 6

Myrtos ........................................................................................................................................................ 6

Antisamos ................................................................................................................................................... 6

Makris Gialos ............................................................................................................................................. 6

Lourdas ....................................................................................................................................................... 6

Xi ................................................................................................................................................................ 6

Emblisi Fiskardo ........................................................................................................................................ 6

Sightseeing .......................................................................................................................................................... 9

Melissani Cave ........................................................................................................................................... 9

Drogarati Cave ........................................................................................................................................... 9

Lighthouse Of Saint Theodoroi .................................................................................................................. 9

Monastery Of Kipoureon ........................................................................................................................... 9

Some Accommodations ................................................................................................................................... 11

Faros Suites .............................................................................................................................................. 11

Anthis Beach ............................................................................................................................................ 11

Stella Vineyard ......................................................................................................................................... 11Balhambra ................................................................................................................................................ 11

Other places of interest ................................................................................................................................... 14

Ellis .......................................................................................................................................................... 14

Kiani Akti ................................................................................................................................................. 14

Credits ............................................................................................................................................................... 15

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About Kefalonia

Kefalonia is the largest and greenest of the Ionian Islands. Located between Lefkada on the north and

Zakynthos on the south, most of the island's population is gathered in Argostoli. The economy of Kefalonia is

based on agriculture, fishing and most of all tourism, which is why the island comes alive in summer, where

visitors from all over the world come to enjoy the sea, the sun and the beautiful nature.

Kefalonia is a mountainous island. The highest mountain, Mount Ainos, rises at an altitude of 1520 metres and

this is the only mountain in the Mediterranean that possess a unique fir forest species called Abies Kefallia.

Those trees are protected and the area where they grow has been declared a National Park.

Many fruitful plains, amazing lakes and rivers, caves, thick and verdant forests and wonderful beaches with

golden sand and crystal water embellish the island. The most famous beach in Kefalonia is Myrtos, but equally

picturesque beaches are Antisamos, Lourdas, Xi and Makrigialos.

During World War II, Kefalonia was under Italian and German domination and the capitulation of Italy led to

the massacre of 5,000 Italian soldiers. This event inspired the writer Louis de Bernieres its famous book,

entitled "Captain Corelli's Mandolin" which became later a movie.

Apart from the capital, Argostoli, the island of Kefalonia has a multitude of picturesque villages and small

towns scattered all around it. The most famous of those villages is the particularly picturesque Fiscardo, the

only village that wasn't destroyed by the disastrous earthquake of 1953, and which keeps its beautiful

neoclassical buildings until today.

Because of its amazing beauty and charm, Kefalonia is one of the most popular of the Ionian Islands.

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Villages of Kefalonia

Fiscardo(Rating: by Greeka members)Location:50 km north of Argostoli, on the northernmost spot of Kefalonia

Description:Fiscardo is one of the prettiest villages in Kefalonia. Surrounded by

beautiful greenery, the centre of activities in Fiscardo is the port, where fishing

boats and yachts moor in summer.

Sightseeing:Nautical Museum

Assos(Rating: by Greeka members)Location:37 km north of Argostoli

Description:This is a picturesque village on the northern side of Kefalonia. It's

situated on an peninsula with a castle overlooking the delightful bay.

Sightseeing:Castle Of Assos

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ArgostoliLocation:On the eastern side of Kefalonia

Description:Argostoli is the capital town and the main port of Kefalonia. It

distinguishes for its elegant architecture and serves as a starting point for

excursions on the island.

Sightseeing:Archaeological Museum, De Bosset Bridge, Historical And Folk Art

Museum, Katavothres, Lighthouse Of Saint Theodoroi, Municipal Theatre

Agia Efimia(Rating: by Greeka members)Location:32 km north east of Argostoli

Description:Once just a fishing village, the harbour here is the centre of attraction.

Around it there are a number of fish taverns and small hotels. Agia Efimia servesas a starting point for excursions around the island.

Sightseeing:Monastery Of Themata

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Beaches of Kefalonia

Myrtos(Rating: by Greeka members)Location:30 km north of Argostoli

Description:Myrtos is the most famous and beautiful beach of Kefalonia. It is

actually a large coast with turqoise water and white sand, surrounded by steep

cliffs.

Antisamos(Rating: by Greeka members)Location:27 km north east of Argostoli and 4 km from Sami

Description:One of the most gorgeous beaches on Kefalonia, Antisamos is a vast

golden beach, surrounded by lush greenery. Scenes of the Hollywood movie

"Captain Corelli's Mandolin" were filmed there.

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Makris GialosLocation:4 km south of Argostoli

Description:Makris Gialos is a very beautiful and popular beach in close distance

to Argostoli, the capital of Kefalonia, and the busy tourist resort of Lassi. It has

golden sand and many watersports centres around the beach.

Lourdas(Rating: by Greeka members)Location:17 km south east of Argostoli

Description:The area of Lourdata is a calm beach resort on the southern side of

Kefalonia. The beach has white sand and it is organized with umbrellas and sun

beds.

Sightseeing:Monastery Of Sissia

Xi(Rating: by Greeka members)Location:40 km west of Argostoli and 10 km south of Lixouri

Description:Xi is one of the most beautiful and popular beaches of Kefalonia. It

is very large, sandy and organized with umbrellas and sun beds.

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Emblisi Fiskardo(Rating: by Greeka members)Location:50 km north of Argostoli and 2 km from Fiscardo

Description:Due to the close distance to Fiscardo and its natural beauty, Emblisi

gets very popular in summer. It is a picturesque beach with white pebbles and

green nature.

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Sightseeing in Kefalonia

Melissani CaveLocation:Sami

The Cave Lake of Melissani is located just 3 km from Sami, close to Karavomilos

village. Visitors enter the cave through an underground path and they can step into

a boat to tour the cave. Archaeological excavations have found exhibits from the

4th and the 3rd century BC.

Drogarati CaveLocation:Sami

About 5 km to the south of Sami, there is this large stalagmatic cavern of rare

beauty, estimated to be 150 million years old. It is also known as the Concert Cave,

due to its large chamber found in 150 feet below ground level that has

exceptionally good acoustics and room for 500 people.

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Lighthouse Of Saint TheodoroiLocation:Argostoli

The lighthouse of Saint Theodoroi stands on a peninsula about 3 km north of

Argostoli. The lighthouse was constructed in 1828 by the British, who ruled the

island that time. This is a structural building of Doric architecture and its focal

plane is 11m.

Monastery Of KipoureonLocation:Kaminarata

The monastery of Kipoureon has been built on the edge of a steep slope and gives

gorgeous view of the sea and the sunset. It has many rare post-Byzantine icons.

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Some Accommodations in Kefalonia

Faros SuitesLocation:FiscardoClass:4 Keys

Number of rooms:7

Type:Apartments, Suites

Website:www.farossuites.gr

Phone:0030 26740 41355

To truly rejuvenate, unwind and spoil yourself takes time, tranquility and the undemanding wonder of beautiful

surroundings. The boutique villa, "Faros Suites", offers the client the naturally beautiful surroundings and

luxuriously appointed self catering apartments.

Anthis BeachLocation:FiscardoClass:3 Keys

Number of rooms:8

Type:Apartments

Website:www.anthisbeach.gr

Phone:0030 26740 41317

Anthi's beach apartments, is a new build property above the beach with eight luxury self catering apartments of

50 sq m each, and a private balcony of 10 sqm with panoramic sea view. It is the perfect choise for those

seeking a nice place to relax and enjoy their holidays in a family property, being at the same time only a few

minutes aways from the harbour.

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Stella VineyardLocation:LourdataClass:3 Keys

Number of rooms:6

Type:Studios

Website:www.stellavineyard.gr

Phone:0030 26710 31582

Are you dreaming of peaceful holidays, sipping a glass of wine while admiring a superb sunset on the sea?

Stella Vineyard offers you this peacefulness. Set at the foothills of Mount Aenos, the tallest mountain of

Kefalonia and facing the island of Zakynthos, this small 6-rooms hotel offers breathtaking view of both

mountain and sea. Located in our vineyard and overlooking a virgin beach, our studios are certainly unique.Come and enjoy the family atmosphere created. We look forward sharing a glass of wine with you.

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Balhambra

Location:FiscardoClass:N/A

Number of rooms:8

Type:Apartments

Website:www.balhambrasuites.comPhone:0030 26740 41285

The property consists of 8 elegant suites, each decorated to a high standard along with colonial style and theme.

Our guests will certainly find in our complex all the comfort and relaxation they need in vacations. Suites vary

in size offering a double King or Queen sized bed or a three quarter double for those seeking a smaller suite.

Each suite has deluxe mattresses ensuring guests a high level of comfort and rest. Mattresses are designed with

a relaxing and restful holiday in mind that so many travelers seek.

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Other places of interest in Kefalonia

EllisCategory:Restaurants

Location:FiscardoElli's Cafe - Restaurant is located on the seafront of Fiskardo, with a view to

Ulysses island (Ithaca) and the wonderful blue color of the Ionian Sea. You may

enjoy our delicious meat and seafood dishes, accompanied by a variety of

traditional wines.

Kiani AktiCategory:Restaurants

Location:ArgostoliJoin us at our family run restaurant specialising in Greek Hors d'Oeuvres(Mezedes), scallops, cuttlefish, octopus regularly cropping up, traditional greek

cuisine and fresh fish. Enjoy our unique surroundings on our jetty built in the sea

on Argostoli waterfront.

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Credits

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AAgia Efimia Village 4Anthis Beach 11Antisamos Beach 6Argostoli Village 4Assos Village 4

BBalhambra 11

CCredits 15

DDrogarati Cave 9

EEllis 14Emblisi Fiskardo Beach 6

FFaros Suites 11

Fiscardo Village 4

KKiani Akti 14

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Lighthouse Of Saint Theodoroi 9Lourdas Beach 6

MMakris Gialos Beach 6Melissani Cave 9Monastery Of Kipoureon 9Myrtos Beach 6

SStella Vineyard 11

XXi Beach 6