Argostolion Travel Guide

Argostoli (Modern: Greek: Αργοστόλι) has been the capital and administrative centre of Kefalonia, Greece, since 1757, following a population shift down from the old capital of Agios Georgios (also known as Kastro) to take advantage of the trading opportunities provided by the sheltered bay upon which Argostoli sits. Argostoli developed in to one of the busiest ports in Greece, leading to prosperity and growth, but between 1866 and 1999 the administrative borders changed little. The architecture of the city was influenced by both British and Italians who had occupied the island. Buildings that weren’t shattered by German bombing in 1943 were destroyed in 1953 by the earthquake that razed virtually all of Kefalonia, apart from the Fiskardo area, to the ground.

Argostolion is the capital city of Kefalonia island. It is a very beautiful place located on the west-centre of the island, various and contrasting offerings to the visitor. It combines the activities of a city with the picturesqueness of a village. It's the place where a tourist can find anything that has to do with banks, postal companies etc, however, one can find quiet small place where he can relax having a drink or two... It gives to a so ''warm'' sense that leads me to admit that it is the only place that i could leave Athens for!

it s not very big city but it s nice and really rush...full of uk and italian travellers... it s full of bars and discos....the best is bass club.... the best time for visit is from june to august...in other months is not so rush...