Monasteries – Churches

Driving through Falari on the mountain road to the Monastery of the Holy Virgin, Lamia provides a whole new landscape experience! The road passes through the steep and rugged mountains, giving glimpses of small enclaves,…

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.

On the 25th of July (the eve of the St. Friday) celebrations are held in the tiny church at Farsa beach. The church was built slowly, with donations from the villagers, on the site of…

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.

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).

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.

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.

Magnificent views of the Argostoli Gulf and Paliki Peninsula from the old road route, which is approximately 5 km long (so it is very easy to walk).

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.

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 Annunciation by archangel Gabriel to the Virgin Mary that she would become the mother of Jesus, the Son of God.

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.

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.

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.