A Sculptor’s Legacy in Kefalonia that is not to be missed Nestled in the picturesque village of Mazarakata, just 4 km from Argostoli, the capital of Kefalonia, lies the House-Museum of Memas Kalogiratos. This unique …
Museums
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A rainy day doesn’t mean your holiday is ruined! The island still has plenty of charm to discover indoors or under cover. Here are some great ideas!
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The commercial paved street at Argostoli’s centre is adorned by the Bell Tower or Clock Tower. Petite cafés, local products and souvenir shops, clothes and shoes, jewellery shops and churches are located on Lithostroto.
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Documents, texts and books, and small artefacts that are important to the village are on display.
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The Nautical Museum of Sami is home to twenty two hand made wooden model vessels, spanning a history of 3,500 years! There is an impressive and creative display of traditional shipbuilding in Greece. The exhibits are …
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On its 25th anniversary, the best selling novel Captain Corelli’s Mandolin is brought to life in a world premiere theatrical production touring around the UK in spring 2019. Produced by the Birmingham Repertory Theatre and …
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In September 1943, following the Italian Armistice, 5,155 soldiers from the Italian 33rd Acqui Infantry Division were massacred by the Germans on the island. The massacre began on the 21st September and lasted for one week. …
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Located 5 min from Agia Efimia, at the traditional village of Makriotika, there is a little Olive Museum! (Opening times for 2023 – Daily 10-13.00 & 18.-20.30) Olive oil production is a major component of …
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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 …
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Corgialenios Museum The Corgialenios Historical and Cultural Museum located in Argostoli, span the history of Kefalonia, from the Venetian Conquest (circa 1500 A.D.) to the destruction of the cultural heritage by the 1953 earthquakes, from the …