Churches & Monasteries

The Monastery of the Holy Virgin at Lamia, near Dilinata village, is located on a hill which offers an explicit view of Argostoli’s gulf and the sea. The visitor can admire the unique frescoes and icons of the 18th century.

Theotokos Drapaniotissa is the patron of Argostoli and it is celebrated every September 24th. A litany and a procession through De Bosset bridge take place, with the presence of the municipal official, the philharmonic and a crowd of people.

Saint Gerasimos Cave is where the saint lived an ascetic life for about five years. This little chapel is located in the settlement of Lassi, 3 km from Argostoli.

On the north part of Kefalonia, in a village named Vari, you will find the little church of Saint Chrysostom. It was built in 1755, stands in good condition and is worth stopping by.

August 15 – the Assumption of the Virgin Mary. On the island, there are many events and churches with special celebrations, such as Panagia Lagouvarda at Markopoulo or Virgin Mary at Arginia (with the snakes festival).

This famous church is located in the settlement of Arginia. Every year, around the feast of the Assumption – August 15, appears a rare species of snakes and rests on the icon of the Virgin Mary.

Located in Markopoulo village, the church is famous to the Orthodox community because of the icon which depicts the Virgin Mary with small snakes. The snakes appear annually, and the parishioners are welcome to touch them.

In this church in 1720 was miraculously found the Holy icon of the Virgin. The church is located in Pastra village and every year, on August 15th, attracts many visitors from all around the world.

The Festival of grape harvest is an integral part of Kefalonian traditions and takes place every July, in the region of the vineyards, in Agia Paraskevi, Troianata. The visitor can participate in the preparations of moustalevria

Sissia Monastery, located on the Ainos’ slopes, is one of the oldest monasteries in Kefalonia, built in the 13th century. It offers a view that you will fancy of the island of Zakynthos and Livathos villages.

One of the most isolated monasteries on the island, Zoodohos Pigi is more than just a nice experience. Located on the Ainos’s mountain slopes, at an altitude of 1200 meters, it is ideal for hiking.

Located just 6 km from Agia Efimia built in the 11th century with amazing views of Ithaca island and the Ionian sea, the visitors can relax under the shade of the oaks, cool even in the hot days of August.

At the south part of the island, near Sami and Antisamos, you can find the ruins of the Monastery of Saint Fanentes. The place offers an explicit view of Sami gulf and it is ideal for hiking.

A monastery of the 18th century is located just a few km from Sami with amazing views of Antisamos beach and Ithaka. The visit to the monastery can be combined with the walking trail of Ancient Sami.

The monastery of Atros is located above Poros bay at an altitude of 760 meters. It is the oldest monastery on the island, built around the 8th century. A visit that takes you back in time.

If you fancy to travel back to history by walking through nature, then Ancient Sami’s trail is the best option. The ancient Acropolis of Sami, the ruins of the monastery of Agioi Fanentes and a magnificent view awaiting

This monastery of the 18th century stands upon a cliff that crashes into the Ionian. Located in the Lixouri peninsula, it offers one of the most spectacular sunset views you can enjoy while on the island.

One of the three Lighthouses of Kefalonia, at the northernmost spot of the island, and certainly the oldest. This Venetian Lighthouse of Fiskardo dates back to the 18th century.

The famous holy temple and the monastery of Saint Gerassimos, the Patron of Kefalonia island, and the religious centre as well are located at Omala. Every year, thousands of believers gather to worship Agios Gerassimos.