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Beautiful beaches, delightful ports, a national park and locals always game for a laugh In the Ionian Sea, between other exotic islands, stands grand Kefalonia. Much photographed, much talked about, much loved, by Greeks and foreigners alike. Not just because of Captain Corelli’s Mandolin, the 2001 film that attracted so much attention, but also because

Easter in Kefalonia, as in all Greece, is a deeply spiritual event more important than Christmas. The celebrations of Easter are characterized by lunches with whole lambs on the spit, by folk dances and by the nice tradition to paint eggs red, which are then broken with friends. There is a legend that gives an

During the summer, many cultural activities and public feasts take pIace in the different villages of the island. In Argostoli, you can attend performances of the Cephalonian Amateur Theatre, which are quite remarkable. Also significant is the Music Choral FestivaI taking place at the end of August. Choirs from all parts of Greece and Europe

In addition to the dates listed below indicating the major festivals, during the summer months, on Kefalonia island artistic, cultural and sporting activities are organized. 1 May In Kefalonia, as well as in all Greece, May 1 is celebrated as a national holiday for workers and the beginning of the Spring. 21 May On May