Destination Kefalonia - Archeological sites

Tafios Monastery

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Assos Castle

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Roman Cemetery

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Ancient Acropolis of Sami

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Kabana Square

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It is found in Lithostroto, the most central street of Argostoli and is closely connected to the history of the island and the struggles for its independence, and for many years was the central square of the city. At the square there are characteristic palm trees and a fountain that used to provide the whole area with water in the old times. The trademark of the square though is the Clock Tower that was reconstructed after it was destroyed by the 1953 earthquakes.

The ravine of Poros

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One of the prettiest spots of the island and at the same time a remarkable geological phenomenon is the Ravine of Poros. It is a narrow gorge approximately 80 meters long that you will meet getting out of Poros and heading to the interior of the island.
River Vohinas goes through the gorge which emanates from Avithos Lake and ends up in the sea at a point where till 1932 there used to be a port. At this point various archaeological findings have been discovered and according to certain theories it relates to Ithaca of Homer.

Mycenean Tombs at Mazarakata

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Roman Villa Mosaics in Skala

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In 1957 a roman mansion was discovered close to Skala aged about the 2nd century A.D. It consists of six rooms in some of which mosaics were found depicting dolphins, animal sacrifices, and jealousy in the form of a young man being attacked by four beasts.
The site is open to the public for visiting.

De Bosset waterway

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De Bosset Waterway is the first thing the visitor is to encounter when entering Argostoli, and the everyday venue for those who like fishing as well as an ideal place for a romantic walk where someone can enjoy a panoramic view of Argostoli. And if you choose to take this walk at night, then the view is truly spectacular.