Landmark· Kefalonia· Greece — Ionian, Saronic & Argolic
Kastro Agios Georgios
38° 8.3′ N · 20° 33.1′ E
The hilltop Castle of St George above Peratata, Kefalonia's capital until 1757 — fought over by Normans, Venetians and Ottomans, with three bastions and a view across the whole south of the island.
Practical
About 7 km SE of Argostoli on a 320 m hill — taxi from the quay. Sights include the walls, bastions and ruins; check hours locally.
Best for
Half-day trip from Argostoli
Nearby
- Feast of Agios Gerasimos1.7 NM away
- Pessada Harbour & Ferry Port2.6 NM away
- Robola Wine Festival2.7 NM away
- Agia Pelagia Harbour (Kefalonia)2.8 NM away
- Argostoli Fuel (waterfront stations)3.4 NM away
- General Hospital of Kefalonia (Argostoli)3.4 NM away
- Loggerhead Turtles of Argostoli Harbour3.4 NM away
- De Bosset Bridge3.5 NM away