Lefkada (Lefkas) is a very special Greek island, which is connected with Mainland Greece with two bridges. The island has beautiful beaches, impressive sites and hospitable inhabitants. It ischaracterised by mountainous terrain and green countryside, making it unlike many other Greek Islands. Lefkada is known by many names, including Lefcas, Levkas, Leukas, and Lefkas, Greece, dependingon where you come from.
Lefkada Island is a cultural center of the Ionian cluster, with many historical sites, monuments and traditional houses. Apart from the capital of Lefkada, the islandpossesses numerous traditional villages, such as the cosmopolitan coastal resort of Agios Nikitas, the mountainous and traditional villages of Spanochori, Athani and Vafkeri, the scenic and verdantsettlement of Vassiliki, the popular and modern town of Nydri, the seaside village of Sivota, as well as the settlements of Poros, Nikiana, Lygia, Karya, Vlyho and isles surroundingLefkada.
Take a trip to this magnificent island and spend a relaxing and fun-filled holiday in Lefkada, Greece.
The stunning coastline of Lefkada Island offers tourists an abundance ofbeautiful pebbly and sandy beaches, and cool, turquoise waters. Some of the beaches in Lefkada are considered the best in Greece. On the eastern side of Lefkada, the beaches are sheltered by themainland, while the western coast is open to the Ionian Sea.
In Lefkada you will find a number of popular beaches, where visitors spend hours lying in the sun and bathing in the sea. ManyLefkada beaches are organized and offer chaise longues, umbrellas, and water sports facilities. You will always find at least one café nearby, where you can get refreshments and snacks.
Themost popular Lefkada beach is by far Porto Katsiki. It is located on the south-western side of Lefkada and is celebrated for its azure waters and steep cliffs. Porto Katsiki Beach is frequentlydeclared the best beach in Greece.
The majority of nightlife venues in Lefkada (Lefkas) are situated in Lefkada Town, Nidri and Vassiliki. Visitors who are looking for exciting nightlife inLefkada won't be disappointed, as there is a good selection of clubs, bars and cafés, as well as an endless array of traditional tavernas and posh restaurants. Lefkada holidays aren't complete withouttrying the island's traditional cuisine. Some of the popular dishes include "bourgeto" (fish in a tomato-onion sauce), "savoro" (fish in a marinade of oil, vinegar, rosemary and raisins), cabbage pie,squash pie, sausages and a variety of fresh grilled fish. After a delicious meal, we recommend a glass of "soumada", which is the local drink made from bitter almond.
While on vacation inLefkada Greece, you have the opportunity to visit some wonderful historical and natural sights that make the island unique. First off, purchase a map of Lefkada which indicates the island's sites.Begin your tour of Lefkada with a visit to the capital town, where you can take a stroll through the charming streets to admire the lovely architecture, and see the Agia Mavra Venetian Castle, theChurches of Agios Spyridonas and Christos Pantokratoras and the Archaeological and Phonograph Museums.
In the tourist resort of Nidri, a visit to the ruins of the pre-historic settlement,the Dimosari gorge leading to a waterfall, and the Skaros Woods is a must. In Vafkeri you can see the Monasteries of Asomaton and Evangelistria, while in Karya there is a superb Folklore Museum. Thetraditional village of Eglouvi is host to the "Volti" stone huts, while in Syvros you can visit the beautiful site of the Kerasia Springs.
Remember to take a boat tour of the islands locatedopposite Nidri, including Scorpios - the island of Aristotle Onassis -, Meganissi, Sparti, and Scorpidi.
