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Argostoli – Genuine working island port
Argostoli is the capital of Kefalonia and the island’s main port with an impressive natural harbour. Argostoli is on the east coast of a peninsula in the centre of the southern coast of the island, at the end of Argostoli Bay and surrounded by wooded mountains. Argostoli is just 9 miles from the airport. Holidays in Argostoli might appeal to independent travellers looking for an authentic town base from which to explore Kefalonia. Argostoli holidays are based in a modern busy working Greek town with plenty of life especially in the evenings. Like most of Kefalonia the capital lost most of its Venetian architectural heritage in the 1953 earthquake. The focus of holidays in Argostoli is the large main square, the Platia Vallianou, a favourite place to stroll in the evening, and lined with cafes restaurants and bars. Another favourite Argostoli holiday haunt is the attractive promenade with its palm trees and cobbled street. Here you will find an interesting waterfront fish and vegetable market good for local produce. The main shopping street is the pedestrian Lithostroto.
Argostoli holidays – Resort beaches and authentic town entertainment
The stretch of coast heading out of town to Fanari beach and lighthouse and beyond is a popular walk. Argostoli holidays can visit the beaches and coves at Lassi, the nearest resort to the capital. There are beaches after the harbour but most people on holiday in Argostoli choose to visit the small beaches of Lassi or the impressive stretches of soft golden sand with good swimming conditions at Platis Yialos beach and Makris Yialos beach, where there are watersports and beach facilties on offer. Argostoli holiday nightlife ranges from bars and tavernas to Greek bouzouki clubs and a few discos but this is not a town given over to tourism. As a working port Argostoli offers plenty of decent restaurants.
Holiday in Argostoli – A base for Kefalonia travels
A holiday in Argostoli can make use of its transport connections to visit Kefalonia resorts like Sami, Katelios, Fiskardo and Skala, all connected by bus. Holidays in Argostoli can make use of ferry connections to Lixouri and the Greek mainland. Popular Argostoli holiday excursions include the islands of Lefkas and Zante, the red sands at Xi, the fishing town of Fiskardo, St Andreas Monastery and most of the sights of the island.
Kefalonia Holidays
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