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Kefalonia Mount Ainos

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Location: Ainos

Mount Ainos in Kefalonia: Ainos is the highest mountain not only in Kefalonia but also of all islands located in the Ionian Sea. It is 1628 meters tall and bears great ecological significance in terms of local biodiversity.

The National Park of Ainos was established in 1962 with the purpose of protecting the flora and fauna in the area and is now part of the network “Natura 2000”. Among many wildlife species, Mount Ainos is the natural habitat of foxes, birds, ferrets and wild horses. You will also encounter small lilac flowers (Viola Cephalonica) and one of the rarest types of fir trees in Europe, Abies Cephalonica. The trunks of these fir trees are particularly dark in color and so dense that Ainos was given the name Black Mountain (Monte Nero).

There are many forest paths you can take and the route is a must for all nature lovers who visit Kefalonia and enjoy hiking. The dense vegetation is particularly refreshing during warm summer days and the high points of the mountain offer a truly unforgettable, panoramic view of the island. The ruins of an ancient temple and a few monasteries are also located on Mount Ainos, including Agios Eleftherios and Zoodochos Pigi. Near the latter, you will find a natural fountain, too.

ARGOSTOLI

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Argostoli, situated at the southern part of the island, has been the capital of Cephalonia since 1797. It is built amphitheatrically at the heart of the deep gulf of Koutavos and has a well organised port.

It is the biggest town of the island with rich trade activity, a town that looks to the sea. The architecture is influenced by all the Ionian elements where the red roofs and wide terraces predominate. Its town planning is modern with large streets and many roads for pedestrians. You can visit the Archeological Museum, the Folk Museum, enjoy walking and shopping for souvenirs on the pedestrian road of Lithostroto or by the waterfront, with its delicious confectionery shops and bakeries. Plenty of cafés and restaurants can be found around the central square of the town, operating from morning till late.

You can reach it by taxi or bus ( check here to find more information about public transfers ) or you can rent a car from our car rental fleet here and give yourself the opportunity to enjoy the best experiences on Kefalonia.

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