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Assos – Romantic secluded Kefalonia village
Holidays in Assos are an unforgettable experience. This charming village is perhaps the most beautiful on Kefalonia. Assos is a tiny place on the west coast of the island, 22 miles from the capital and surrounded by lush countryside and vineyard terraces, rugged coastline, cliffs and mountains. Assos is almost hidden in a fold in the west coast and reached by an extraordinary steep winding road. People choose Assos holidays for its unique calm setting. Holidays in Assos enjoy the simple relaxing pleasures of an atmospheric picturesque hamlet built on a small peninsula and looking out to a secluded bay.
Assos holidays – For the simple pleasures
The pleasure of an Assos holiday is wandering its narrow lanes and generally taking it easy. Assos is largely pedestrianised. Assos was rebuilt sympathetically after the 1953 earthquake with the help of the French retaining a good deal of its charm, and Assos is now a European Heritage site. Assos holiday nights are spent in the romantic quayside tavernas or the modest selection of tavernas near the tiny curve of the pretty harbour and the village square. Assos holidays enjoy the sunset scene used many times in the film of Captain Corelli’s Mandolin. The ruins of a large Venetian castle look over Assos, along with the church of Agios Georgios. A holiday in Assos is not complete without climbing up to the castle for superb views.
Holiday in Assos – Peace and simplicity
Holidays in Assos appeal to those in search of cosy romantic atmosphere rather than big sandy beaches. In fact without your own transport there is really hardly a beach here. Small Assos holiday sandy beaches and secluded coves can be found by hiring a small motor boat and exploring both sides of the peninsula. An essential Assos holiday excursion is the drive or boat trip to Myrnos beach, the most famous and spectacular beach on Kefalonia. Holidays in Assos appeal to nature lovers, walkers, photographers and those seeking the simple life.
Kefalonia Holidays
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