History / Culture
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- ARCHITECTURE The architecture on Kefalonia has strong Venetian and neo classical influences.
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- CHURCHES Pretty Greek Orthodox churches and Monasteries are found all over the island.
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- History With so many different influences over the past 2000 years the history on Kefalonia is rich and varied.
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- Arts There are many museums and galleries on the island covering folk art, archaeology and history.
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- Wine Kefalonia has a thriving wine industry producing many award winning wines, the most famous being Robolo.
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- Food All the traditional Greek favorites and many local specialities – Kefalonian meat pie, roast suckling pig and Bakaliaros.
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- Music Much influenced by Italian music the Ionian islands each have their own Kantades or serenades.
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- Dance As with food and music Kefalonia has all the traditional plus its own Divaradikos and Balos folk dances.
