Another important site in Kefalos is the ruins of the Basilica of Agios Stefanos (Βασιλική του Αγίου Στεφάνου), which lie right on the seashore. Here you can discover wonderful mosaic floors peeking through the crushed stone (covering the Basilica for better preservation of the religious monument), as well as masterfully made columns. The construction dates back to the 5th century, once it was a grandiose structure towering over the city as if its defender. In the village of Antimachia, you can find the beautiful Agion Apostolon Church (Εκκλησία Αγίου Αποστόλου). The shrine built in the traditional Greek Orthodox style features admirable interior decoration with a beautiful altar, frescoes, and chandeliers.
Not far from Kardamena, one can find another magnificent monument of history - namely, the Castle Of Antimachia (Κάστρο Αντιμάχεια). Built back in the Dark Ages, its size wasn't so impressive until the 14th century. After reconstruction by Hospitallers in 1493 (as evidenced by the coat of arms of Grand Master d'Aubusson hanging here), the castle acquired its grandeur but lost its value in the 19th century and then was abandoned. Inside the building, one can find two churches: Agia Paraskevi (Αγία Παρασκευή) and Agios Ioanos (γιος Ιωάννης). By the way, if you climb the tower of the fortress, you'll have a chance to admire the stunning views of Kardamena beach. In the village of the same name is a traditional mill famous for being very well preserved since medieval times.
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