Location: Agios Ioannis The church of Agios Ioannis Antzoussis in Lefkada: The small chapel of Agios Ioannis Antzoussis is built literally into a rock, above Agios Ioannis beach. This small whitewashed chapel which is the oldest church of Lefkada dates back to the 16th century and it was built by Franks on the site of an ancient church. It distinguishes for its stone roof and its old bell tower. This…

Location: Karia The Folklore Museum of Lefkadian Embroidery is a small private museum that was established by Mrs Maria Koutsohero in Karia. Through folk items, visitors see the different patterns and techniques of the local art of embroidery. Source: www.greeka.com

Location: Town The Archaeological Museum of Lefkada, Ionian: The Archaeological Museum of Lefkada is housed in the newly-constructed building of the Cultural Centre in Lefkada Town. Its four rooms cover a large chronological period, from the Paleolithic times till the late Roman years. In the first room, there are exhibits depicting life from the public and private life of the islanders in the historical times. There are findings related to…

Location: Nidri Dimossari Waterfalls of Nydri Lefkada: Lefkada has an abundant storage of underground water which is one of the principal reasons why a major part of the island is lush with greenery. The high mountains that abound in Lefkada are the sources for many a waterfalls that cascades through the mountainous terrain and finally ending up into the sea. One such gorgeous cascading waterfall is the Dimossari waterfall that…

Location: Frini The Monastery of Panagia Faneromeni in Lefkada: The Monastery of Panagia Faneromeni is the most important religious centre on the island of Lefkada. Located on a hill above the Town, this monastery gives gorgeous view to the capital village, the northern side of the island and the opposite coasts of the mainland. It is situated in the region of Frini and it is the saint protector of the…

Location: Town The Castle of Agia Mavra in Lefkada: In year 1204 the island of Lefkada was an integral part of the dominion of Hepiros. However in the year 1294, Lefkada was captured by the French and was bestowed as a gift to John who was at that time the Count of Orsini. With the passage of time he built the foundations of the Aghia Mavra Castle, which can still…