Cephalonia (Kefalonia) is the biggest island in the Ionian sea. Next to her lies Ithaca (Ithaki) the island of wondering Ulysses. The two islands constitute the Kefallonia-Ithaki prefecture with Argostoli being the capital.

With the superimposing mountain of Ainos- one of the ten Hellenic national parks / protected areas- the island of Cephalonia is an island of coves and beaches of unparalleled beauty with crystal clear blue waters.

In addition to its natural beauty, Cephalonia offers to her visitor a rich cultural history, castles, archaeological sites, churches and traditional villages.

There is regular ferry service from quite a few Greek ports, Lefkada, Ithaka, Patras, Killini, Zante (Zakinthos). There are also regular flights from Athens and direct charter flights from abroad.

Some of the places worth visiting:

At Argostoli the paved street 'Lithostroto' with cafes and shops.   The 'Kampana' church, the 'Agios Spiridonas' church and the catholic church of ' Aghios Nicholaos'. The 'Kefalos' municipal theatre and the Korgialenios library with the History and Cultural museum.

At the 'Fanari' area 'katavothres' and the 'Aghioi Theodoroi' lighthouse.

The national park on 'Ainos' mountain.

At 'Agia Efimia' the roman villa, the 'Themata' monastery and the cove of Myrtos with its magnificent beach.

At Liksouri the municipal library, the ancient town the 'Panagia Koronatou' monastery.

At Asos the Venetian castle and the church of 'profitis Ilias'.

At Farsa village the 'Aghios Spiridonas' church and the old village.

At Fiskardo the lighthouse, the ancient structure of 'Cyclops wall' and the traditional harbor.

The caves of 'Melissani', 'Drogarati' and the 'Karavomilos' site.

The most famous beaches Mirtos, Antisami, Minies, Makris and Platis Gialos, Avithos, Platia Ammos, Petanioi.

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