Our 5 tips to visit Lefkada Town

There is a lot to do in Lefkas town, especially during the summer. 

1. Culture

There are several museums, including the large archaeological museum and several smaller ones which are great for a quick culture fix!
You can have a walk through the Marina, one of the most modern in the Mediterranean Sea. Extended in 2003 and it has moorings for over 600 yachts and sailing ships. I

2. Beach Life

Lazy days at the beach are close by at Gyra and Kastro at the end of the causeway. . It is lovely, just 15 minutes and you see the sun reflecting off the sea and feel the salty air around you.

3. Nature and health

At least once a week in the evening, we try to walk around the Lagoon, from the town to Agios Ioannis, and the Windmills. If the wind is right then you will see all the colored sails of the kite surfers. From there we make a round walk to Gyra, Kastro and back into Lefkada town which makes a 7 km walk total. During September/October pink flamingos visit us as they migrate south for the winter and the Lagoon is full with these pink birds. It’s such a pretty sight!


4. Shop & Eat

In Lefkada town there are many boutiques mainly with clothing and jewelry from Greek designers. The main shopping street Ioannou Mela is pedestrian and full of life in the mornings and evenings.
Coffee culture is big in Greece and in Lefkada sit in the main square or along the canal, take in the view and enjoy the people watching!
Eating can be quick and tasty at the gyros shop, a traditional experience at a Mezodopoleio or taverna or a modern Greek dining experience at the restaurants in the main square and marina.

5. Discover the old town streets

Walk through the small narrow streets of the old town. Here the architecture consists mainly of wooden houses with various pastel colors. In 1948 there was a very big earthquake which is why the old town has so many colors because when rebuilding the city they used the materials wood and corrugated iron from the ruined houses. 

For a relaxing break in one of the historic buildings take a look at Levkosh Apartments

To discover more about the history of Lefkada old town, please contact us for a private or group guided tour : contact@x-lh.com

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The best places to stay if you are looking for privacy and relaxation

If you are planning a trip to Lefkada or your honeymoon, you should know that Lefkada is the perfect destination to retreat and recharge your batteries.
There are few but important differences between the east and west coasts of the island:

 

The east coast is quieter, the seabed shallower and less windy, the beaches less wild than those on the opposite coast  and the nature is very lush.
The sea is always smooth as a board and the beaches less crowded than those on the west coast. 
The best villages to stay in on this coast are Lygia with its small restaurants along the coast and Nikiana with its beaches with crystal-clear water. 
On this coast staying in complete privacy is easy if you choose to stay at the Katouna village.

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The west coast is the part with the wildest and most beautiful beaches and the most beautiful sunsets. To the northwest, very close to the town of Lefkada, is the breezy Agios Ioannis beach and to to the southwest is the village of Athani, famous for its honey production and its spectacular view of the Ionian Sea.

Accomodation avaliable on the west coast:

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Villa Fivos

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The north coast is the one dominated by the old town of Lefkada
Not far from the main town is the village of Apolpena located on the slopes of a hill, which due to its elevated position offers a magnificent view of Lefkada town and the Ionian Sea.
 The perfect spot for maximum privacy and away from the crowds.

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The south coast is the right starting point for exploring Lefkada. 
On this part of the island there are a few bays with calm sea, and plenty of vegetation and also several fishing villages such as Vassiliki and Sivota . Privacy is assured.

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The legend of Cape Dukato Lefkada

About half an hour from Port Katsiki, along a scenic road, there is a place where time seems to stand still and where the view is spectacular. We are talking about Cape Dukato.

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is located in the extreme south of the island of Lefkada, overlooking the sea, on a small promontory from which you can see the islands of Kefalonia and Ithaca and where the sunset is one of the most beautiful on the island. 
On the way to this place, as well as encountering numerous honey and thyme sellers, is the historic monastery of Agios Nikolaos.

 

The lighthouse:

The lighthouse of Cape Dukato was built during the 1970s on the ruins of a temple dedicated to Apollo, which collapsed in the 1950s due to an earthquake.
A picturesque and romantic place where nature reigns supreme and the atmosphere is full of mythology and legend.

The legend of Sappho:

Sappho was a poetess of great skill, originally from Eresos, a town on the island of Lesvos.
She composed many famous verses that made her the most famous poetess of all time.
Legend has it that the poetess took her own life by throwing herself off Cape Dukato because of the unrequited love of young Phion.
Phion was a fisherman from the island of Lesbos who, according to Ovid, was made young and beautiful by the goddess Aphrodite in exchange for free passage on her boat. 
Phion also fascinated the beautiful poetess who threw herself off the cliff into the beautiful sea of Lefkada.
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The 5 best beaches on the East Coast of Lefkada

Beaches on Lefkada east coast

In the previous articles on this blog, we have already talked about the wonderful island of Lefkada and the equally wonderful beaches on the west coast.
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Lygia Beach

Starting from the north of the island we find Lygia Beach. A quiet pebble beach shaded by beautiful eucalyptus trees with crystal-clear waters.
The beach is equipped so you can rent beach umbrellas and sunbeds. The best if you are on holiday with children and looking to relax.

Nikiana Beach

Nikiana beach is very wide so it is divided into two areas: you can take shelter in the area shaded by trees or choose to rent a beach umbrella and sun beds in the other area. 
The sand has medium to large pebbles, rich in vegetation and very brightly coloured. The waters of Nikiana beach are so clear that you can see many small fish swimming between your legs.
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Pasa Beach

Descending southwards, immediately after Nikiana, is the small Pasa Beach
The sea here is always calm and it is highly recommended for snorkelling enthusiasts to visit this amazing beach. During the afternoon, the shade of the vegetation will shelter you from the sun and you can take a nice nap. 
From the beach you can admire Prinigponisa islets including Skorpios and Meganisi

Desimi Beach

A few kilometres after Nydri, there is Desimi Beach. A small but fantastic bay with crystal-clear sea and a pebble beach, overlooked by some pleasant tavernas and a bar. 
Desimi Beach is not equipped but the trees will shade you with their branches and leaves. Desimi has a picture postcard landscape and the sea is great for snorkelling, a canoe or pedalo ride to a small natural cave to discover its secrets.
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Kamari Beach

Very close to Desimi beach, along a dirt but easily passable stretch of road, you will reach the hidden and little-visited Kamari Beach
Isolated and intimate, Kamari beach will seduce you with its splendid view and its sea of many shades of blue. 
Many people claim to have spotted dolphins here. 
Will it be true? You just have to find out!
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