There are numerous things to do in Kefalonia and countless of places of interest to visit, as well as a plethora of activities that will fill your memory chest with a myriad of unforgettable experiences that you will cherish forever. Here is a guide to the most beautiful beaches, the most intriguing churches and monasteries and the most exciting activities that will immerse you into the local way of life.
Kefalonia is known for having an endless number of absolutely stunning beaches, so it may be difficult to choose which one to visit first. In any case, here we present some of the best ones that we definitely recommend you make time to experience during your stay on our island.
The numerous churches and monasteries found on Kefalonia island represent the fervent, religious faith of the Christian Orthodox locals for centuries now. With Byzantine and Venetian architectural influences, there are at least half a dozen that are worth visiting.
There are numerous things to do in Kefalonia and countless of places of interest to visit, as well as a plethora of activities that will fill your memory chest with a myriad of unforgettable experiences that you will cherish forever. Here is a guide to the most beautiful beaches, the most intriguing churches and monasteries and the most exciting activities that will immerse you into the local way of life.
Set amidst surroundings that allow visitors to soak in the natural beauty of the landscape are the Monastery of Atros in Peratata, the most ancient Byzantine structure in Kefalonia at 700 m altitude which is accessed by car until a certain point, then by way of scenic a hiking route. The Monastery of St. Andreas is in the same region and dates back to the 13th century; it houses a rare collection of icons and exhibits as part of the Ecclesiastical Museum that was established in 1988 therein. The Kipouria Monastery in Paliki village similarly is a 17th century structure and stands proudly among the most majestic of landscapes.
