Poros 7 It is the island’s second main port, a busy town hosting a variety of cultural activities. Distance from Argostoli: 40 km E.
Must see • Vochynas’ ravine and Drakaina cave, the site of archeological finds. • Tzanata, the village where a large, Mycenaean vaulted tomb was excavated, possibly belonging to a dignitary, together with a four-wall, chamber-like tomb (reliquary) of the same era. • The 13th-century Atros Monastery, the oldest one on the island, dedicated to the Nativity of Theotokos (Mother of God). • The ruins of ancient Pronnoi, above Asprogerakas village.
Activities
• Swimming at the village’s beaches as well as at Limenia, Kako Lagkadi, Ragia (Aragia), Laza-
rou and Xylomata. • Biking. • Climbing. • Hiking following the Poros – Asprogerakas route.
North
Asos 8 This is a particularly picturesque village, built along the neck of Asos peninsula, in a verdant pine and cypress-covered location, with a Venetian castle towering over it. The sheltered harbour provides safe anchorage for recreational and fishing boats. As you walk down the main road, the view of the village is just lovely. Distance from Argostoli: 36.5 km. N.
Must see • The 16th-century Venetian castle and a marvellous view of the surrounding area and the sunset. There remain the castle walls with the arched gate, the Governor’s residence, Agios Markos church and parts of the barracks. • The mountain villages, namely Patrikata (8.5 km E) and Karya (9 km E). En route, the greater area’s view is fantastic.
Activities
• Swimming at the village’s beaches; and at Myrtos, 12 km S. 61. Fiskardo, Kefalonia’s most cosmopolitan village.
KEFALONIA
• Mini golf. • Beach volleyball. • Tennis. • Water sports. • Scuba diving. • Climbing. • Hiking along the Pastra – Kateleios route.
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