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  • The 25th of March is, for us the Greeks, a double celebration, both historical and religious, commemorating the start of the War of Greek Independence in 1821 as well as the Greek Orthodox Church celebrates …

  • The Focas-Cosmetatos Foundation is located in Argostoli, Kefalonia. It was established in 1984 with the endowment of the three brothers Spiridon, Kosmetos and Nikolaos Focas-Cosmetatos.The initial aims of the Foundation were: a) the conversion of …

  • 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.

  • Former capital of the island, a place of great importance and beauty. Walking back to history through Saint George’s Castle and picturesque village and the pre-earthquake churches.

  • Gem island! I moved to Kefalonia because of the diversity and beauty of this island which attracted me like a magnet. The landscape is wild; within a few kilometres you can experience the breathtaking peak …