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Culture of Kefallonia. Places to visit - old town, temples, theaters, museums and palaces

Numerous religious monuments, which simply strike visitors with their beauty and grace, remain the main sights of Kefalonia. The Monastery of St. Gerasimos remains the permanent symbol of the island. This is the place where the patron of the city lived. The monastery houses a lot of sacred artifacts, and every year pilgrims from all over the world come here to bow to the sacred items. Do not forget to visit St. Andrew Monastery, which has been converted into a church museum. The building of the monastery was constructed in 1587. Once the reconstruction was finished, a rich collection of church utensils and other religious artifacts was brought to the building.
Advices to travellers: what you should know while being in Kefallonia
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Kipouria Monastery is the place where visitors can not only walk in a historic area and see the building from the inside, but also admire the beautiful panoramic view. The holy place has a very unusual location – right on the top of a high cliff. If you climb here, you will see the whole island under your feet. Another important religious landmark is located in the town of Markopoulo. This is the Virgin Lagouvardos Church. Every year on August 6 a real miracle takes place here.
Numerous small snakes gather under the bell tower of the church. The heads of these snakes are marked with small black crosses. According to locals, these creatures are no one but holy spirits. The snakes are enclosed in small vessels, and during the day everyone is welcome to bow to them. When the day is over, these snakes are revealed. After this they disappear. An interesting fact – it is impossible to see these mysterious creatures on other days. Copyright www.orangesmile.com
Best beaches and recreation areas around Kefallonia
Vacation at the picturesque island is impossible without beaches. Kefallonia is extremely popular among fans of water sports and active leisure. Makrys Gialos is probably the calmest and the … Open
The town of Scala is the location of one of the most striking monuments of the region. In 1956 archaeologists discovered an ancient Roman villa with terms here. Moreover, the beautiful mosaic, which once decorated the floor of the mansion, has miraculously survived till our days. Archeologists were even able to distinguish the author of the mosaic - Krater. The town of Masarakata is the location of the Mycenaean tombs. This is a large underground complex of caves. Archeologists found many ritual objects here, as well as jewelry and other artifacts that have not been touched by time. Now these items are stored in the Argostoli Museum.
Tourists will find the Cyclopean Walls not far from the above-mentioned town. This is also a unique historical monument. According to scientists, the age of the stone walls, which consist of huge blocks, is approximately 2500 years. There are many other cultural institutions that guests of Kefalonia are certainly recommended to visit. These are the Archaeological Museum, the Natural History Museum, and the Museum of Apostle Andreas of Milapedia.
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Unique spots in Kefallonia and near

Navagio Beach

From the series “The Hidden and Hard-To-Reach Beautiful Beaches”
Check on the map:   Distance from Kefallonia center - 45.3 km.
One of them, the Panaiotis, is now considered the main attraction of the beach. It is still unclear how the ship has been so high on the shore, perhaps the strong flood or storm has driven it on the sand coast. The beach is surrounded by the high rocky walls that penetrate deep into the sea and completely exclude the possibility to land on the coast. … Read further

Melissani Cave

From the series “Fantastic and Colorful Caves Inside the Earth”
Check on the map:   Distance from Kefallonia center - 3 km.
In Greece on the island of Kefalonia is a unique Melissani cave, one of the most romantic and beautiful in the world. In the cave is a lake of the same name, the main feature of the cave is a huge hole in the ceiling through which bright daylight penetrates the underground world. A beautiful legend about the nymph Melissini is connected with the cave and the lake. The nymph was secretly in love with the god Pan. And when he rejected her love, she lost the meaning of life and drowned in the cave lake. … Read further
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Excursions over cultural sights of neighbours of Kefallonia

Ithaka Island
Be sure to visit Anogi village. There are a lot of ancient houses and masterfully restored church, built in the 12th century. A beautify bell tower built in Venetian style and Medieval tower will charm everybody. There are also a lot of scattered stones in the village. The biggest of them are called Menir. The strange furrows on their surface give the impression that it is ... Open »
Lefkada
Latter is next to an old cemetery where prominent artists and noble people were buried. Among other notable places, Phaneromeni monastery located on top of the mountain is worth to mention. Near the ancient monastery there are several observation decks, so tourists would have an opportunity to admire the panoramic bird's eye view of the island. Despite the fact that many ... Open »
Zakynthos Island
If you climb the hill of Bohali, rising above the capital, you can get to the Venetian fortress. By the way, it was built on the ruins of an older, ancient structure, the ancient Greek acropolis of Psofis. Unfortunately, the Venetians destroyed the old building almost completely. The construction of the fortress began in the 12th century, and the last construction works here ... Open »
Zakynthos
Excursions to Strofades Islands are no less popular with vacationers. The Holy Monastery ofStrofades is the main landmark of the islands. The gorgeous building was constructed yet in 1241 by the order of a Byzantine empress. The religious landmark is in the list of the most famous places of interest in Zakynthos. Tourists will be able to see many interesting architectural ... Open »
Igoumenitsa
It would be a mistake not to mention Perdhika town that offers a range of entertainments for vacationers. It is a popular destination for all fans of discos and parties. During the daytime, numerous shops and shopping complexes await new customers. Igoumenitsa will certainly appeal to all fans of active recreation because this charming city has everything needed for an ... Open »
Corfu island
Walking around the Old Town, you will also find the church of St. Spiridon. The top of its bell tower can be seen from almost any point in Kerkira. This is the central acting temple in Corfu. The remains of the Saint are been shown to the public twice a year. During those times the pilgrims are all over the city. However, it is quite crowded all year round. Despite the small ... Open »
Culture guide to Kefallonia. Which fascinating sights to visit once you are in Kefallonia: temples, churches, museums, theaters and castles. Recommendations (with addresses, phone numbers and links) on the places 'must visit' in Kefallonia. Plan your own city excursion by using this page info!
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