Argostoli
is a town of historical significance, it replaced the
Castle of St. George as the capital of Cephalonia in
1757, an event that marked its development as the commercial
and administrative center of Cephalonia.
Argostoli offers a great variety of sights for tourists.
One should visit the Historical and Folklore Museum, the
Korgialenios Library and of course the Archaeological Museum.
The renowned theater "Kefalos" is one of Greece's
most splendid buildings, having been completely reconstructed
after the earthquake.
The
picturesque Lithostroto is host to the town's commercial
life, while the lively town market is found along
the pebble-paved road with palm trees, with a view
to the sea-lake of Koutavos. The region of Lassi
and the exquisite beaches of Makris and Platis Yialos
are found in the outskirts of Argostoli
|
Click
on the photos to enlarge
|