Kefalonia |
 Kefalonia! It is the biggest of the Ionian Islands, an astonishing place full of contrasting beauty, "mysteries" and surprises. Along with Ithaca Kefalonia is a prefecture with a population of 39.448 and extents in 904, 4 square km.
The capital of the prefecture is Argostoli, a modern town of 10,000 habitants. Kefalonia was found in ancient times, during the Palaeolithic era, while during the Mycenaean era had been an important centre. Through history and centuries and because of its location Kefalonia was conquered by many nations and was harried by the Crusaders and the Pirates. It was occupied by the Normans, the Venetians and for a short period of time by the Turks and the French. In 1800 after the treaty of Constantinople, the Ionian Islands were recognised as an independent state under the name "Eptanisos Politia".  It was the first independent state with its own oligarchic constitution. Later it was given to the French but after Napoleon's abdication it came to British hands. In 1848- 1864 the Radical movement arrived on the scene that, lead by Elia Zervos, Gerasimos Livadas, Joseph Momferatos, George Typaldos and many others, formed the fighting core for the island's independence. In 1864 Kefalonia together with the other Ionian Islands became a full member of the Greek State.
In Kefalonia one can find excellent wines, olive oil, feta cheese, honey, and a variety of local sweets like mantoles, confeto, nougat, pasteli.
The tall imposing mountains that end to crystal, blue waters, the bright natural colours, and the warm hospitality of the locals will certainly impress you. |
Skala, the well known Kefalonian summer resort. more » |
Katelios, with a beautiful beach and several taverns.
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View several pictures of Villa Petra and the surrounding area in our photo gallery.
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