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| Map of Kefalonia |
Kefalonia
is the largest and the most mountainous island of the Ionian
islands, a place that has real towns as well as resorts. Kefalonia
has 781km2 and 35.800 population(3rd after Corfu
and Zakynthos). Capital of the island is Argostoli, a large and thriving town
with a marvelous position within a bay. A big part of Kefalonia belongs to
mountain Ainos with peaks the Megas Soros (1. 628m), Agia Dynati(1.131m),
Evmorphia(1.043m) and Kokkini Raxi(1.078)
Argostoli
was totally rebuilt after the 1953 earthquake, but has an enjoyable atmosphere
that remains defiantly Greek, especially during the evening around Platia Valianou -the center of the
town- and the pedestrianized Lithostroto,
the main shopping street which runs parallel to the seafront.
Beaches
An
impressive beach with golden sand. Avythos is well-known throughout Greece for its
unique beauty and amenities. Ideal for families, as the shallow waters provide
safety for children. You can even swim to the islet Zeus which is located
directly opposite.
Vatsa
Vatsa is a
beach with wild natural beauty. Many visitors want to approach Vatsa but the
most common way is by sea. It has taverns to enjoy good food and the magnificent unspoiled landscape.
Antisamos
This beach
became popular especially after the movie "The captain Corelli's
Mandolin". A very beautiful beach with clear crystal water which is
located near the port
of Sami.
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| Antisamos |
Kateleios
The
beach Kateleios has been awarded deservedly with Blue flag. With clear blue waters and perfect organization, is one of the favorite beaches of this beautiful island. Located on the road to Skala (starting from Argostoli) shortly after Ratzakli.
Myrtos
It's the
most famous beach of Kefalonia and one of the top beaches in Greece. Located
15km from Fiskardho. Thousands of tourists from Greece and abroad visit this
magnificent beach with turquoise waters, steep cliffs and white sand every
summer.
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| Myrtos |
Other
beaches
Lourdas,
Trapezaki, Minies, Poros, Ksi, Lepeda, Skala, Fiskardho, Megas Lakos, Petanoi,
Platys Gialos, Lagadakia and Dafnoudi.
Sights
Dogkarati Cave
The
cave Dogkarati are among the main sights-attractions that every tourist should
visit. The depth of the cave reaches 95 meters and visitors descend from especially
designed stairs due to increased humidity which is extremely dangerous. The
temperature of the cave is 18 degrees Celsius.
Melisani Cave
Melisani
cave is located in Karavomilo, 2km away from Sami. The roof of the central hall
of the cave has fallen. For this reason they created two sections, one open and
one covered. With boats visitors can make the tour of the cave. Starting from
the uncovered part of the cave and continues to covered one. The length of the
cave is 160 meters
and the depth reaches 39
meters.
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| Melisani Cave |
St.
George Castle
The St. George's Castle is built on a hill at a distance of 7 kilometers from Argostoli and dominates the southern part of Kefalonia, Argostoli Bay. For many years it was the administrative center of Kefalonia until he moved the capital to Argostoli in the 18th century. Despite the devastation suffered by earthquakes, and the ravages of time, the castle of St. George remains impressive today, as a typical example of Venetian art of fortification.
The St. George's Castle is built on a hill at a distance of 7 kilometers from Argostoli and dominates the southern part of Kefalonia, Argostoli Bay. For many years it was the administrative center of Kefalonia until he moved the capital to Argostoli in the 18th century. Despite the devastation suffered by earthquakes, and the ravages of time, the castle of St. George remains impressive today, as a typical example of Venetian art of fortification.
Other
sights
Assou Castle, Mazarakaton Graves,
Argostoli Sinkholes, Lantern of St.Theodore.
Transportation
By plane:
Kefalonia airport lies 7km South of Argostoli. Apart from international
charters, the only domestic scheduled flights are to Athens(2 daily, 1hr)
By ferry:
Kefalonia has four ports that provide ferry connections with neighboring
islands and the mainland. The following are summer schedules , which are
reduced drastically in winter.
Argostoli
to Kyllini(1 daily, 2hrs 15min), Pessadha to Agios Nikolaos(Zakynthos,
May-Sept, 2 daily, 1hr 30min), Poros to Kyllini(3-5 daily, 1hr 15min),
Sami to:
Astakos(1 daily, 2hrs 30min), Patra(1-2 daily, 3hrs 30min), Piso Aetos(Ithaca,
2-3 daily, 40min),Vathi(Ithaca,1-2 daily, 1hr)
By bus:
There are bus from Argostoli, via Sami, to Athens(2-3 daily, 7hrs) and from
Poros to Athens(1 daily, 7hrs) and to Patra(1 daily, 4hrs).
Getting around
By bus:
Kefalonia's basic KTEL bus network radiates out from Argostoli. There are 2-3
services to all the main island destinations on Mon-Fri, 1-2 on Sat and no
buses on Sunday. KTEL also runs a seasonal tour of the island from Argostoli
every Thurs and Sat(9am-6pm, 18€)
Useful Phone Numbers
Police
Department: 26710 22300
Fire
Department: 26710 23464
Post:
26710 25536
Hospital
(Argostoli): 26710 38000
Hospital(Liksouri):
26710 92222
Airport:
26710 41511
KTEL(Argostoli):
26710 22281
Taxi(Argostoli):
26710 22261 - 26710 22738
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