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Fteri Beach
Fteri Beach is a hidden coastal gem located in the northwest of Cephalonia, Ionian Islands, Greece, next to the village of Zola. It is one of the most pristine and visually stunning, lesser-known pebble beaches on the island. The entire beach is embraced by continuous, steep white limestone cliffs, forming a natural, arc-shaped, and private harbor with a magnificent and unique landscape that is visually striking. The coast is covered with fine, smooth white pebbles, free of coarse sand, making it comfortable and soft underfoot. Combined with the layered shades of the Ionian Sea, it creates a soothing, picturesque scene. The water near the shore is a transparent, clear light turquoise, slowly transitioning to a rich, deep blue in the open sea. The water is clean and flawless with good underwater visibility, making it a natural paradise for swimming and snorkeling on the island. The sea surface is calm with gentle waves year-round, and the currents are mild and safe. Whether you are strolling and playing in the shallows or wearing gear to explore the pristine underwater landscape, it offers a great experience suitable for all ages.Kefallinia · 19.2km from downtown
Pessada Beach
Livathou · 4.9km from downtown
Assos Beach
This is an elegant village with picturesque scenery, pastoral charm, quiet harbors nearby, and a few restaurants and bars.Erisos · 3.7km from downtown
Foki Beach
Erisos · 7.5km from downtown
Castle of Agios Georgios
Peratata · 716m from downtown
Vouti Beach
Kefallinia · 17.9km from downtown
Ammes Beach
Livathou · 10.8km from downtown
Agios Thomas Beach
This beach is peaceful, with fine sand and crystal-clear water, where people can swim, snorkel, and sunbathe.Livathou · 3.2km from downtown
Blue Caves Zakynthos
Blue Caves Zakynthosare a series of natural sea caves along the coastline and one of the island's iconic natural landscapes. Devoid of artificial embellishments, the site relies on its peculiar rock formations, crystal-clear water, and dreamy blue light to create a visual experience that feels like stepping into a fairy tale. What makes this place so fascinating is the ever-changing blue light within the caves. Sunlight enters through the cave openings near the water's surface, passes through the crystal-clear water, and reflects off the light-colored limestone seabed, creating a unique optical effect. Because water absorbs different wavelengths of light to varying degrees, red and orange light gradually fade, while blue light becomes more prominent, making the cave walls, water, and rocks appear as if they are bathed in layers of blue light. The interior landscape is equally distinctive. The light-colored rock walls, eroded by waves over the years, have formed irregular natural textures, while the arched ceilings and undulating rock surfaces cast soft shadows on the water.Elation · 29.7km from Kefallinia
Sinkholes of Argostoli
Kefallinia · 8.6km from downtown
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What travellers say about Kefallinia
Liney28 September 2023
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Cycled and left bikes at start of trail, easy hike down to beach and perfect day
Fteri Beach
D了个Y4 May 2022
4.0
Blue Grottoes, as the name suggests, refer to those blue caves that automatically emit blue light. However, I almost missed seeing them. The Greek sea is a beautiful, azure blue. However, you have to take a speedboat to find a deeper blue in this azure sea. There is such a place at the northernmost corner of Zakynthos Island. Turn into the cave and look down carefully through the transparent deck at the bottom of the boat. The bright blue is deeply imprinted in my mind...
Blue Caves Zakynthos
