Culture

Eπτάνησα, τα διαμάντια του Ιονίου πελάγους. Ένα από αυτά, χαρακτηρίζεται ως η σμαραγδένια κυρά των Ιονίων Νήσων... δεν είναι άλλη από την εντυπωσιακή Λευκάδα! Ελάτε μαζί μου σε ένα οδοιπορικό σε αυτό το πεντάμορφο νησί με τις δαντελωτές ακρογιαλιές, τις καταπράσινες με πεύκα και αγριολούλουδα ράχες, τον τόπο των ποιητών και των γελαστών, φιλόξενων ανθρώπων, εκεί που το γαλαζοπράσινο...

Bad and good luck, superstitions, jinx and charms for Greeks and Lefkadians When you visit Lefkada you are bewildered by the natural beauty of the island. However, the true asset of the island is the hospitality of the welcoming locals. These locals were raised by mothers, fathers and grandparents with...

Lefkadian cuisine Lefkadian cuisine begins many years ago, when people without having the facilities we have in our days they cooked tasteful things. In Lefkada, nowadays, exist around forty-seven villages and most of them have their own special traditional dishes. The old Lefkadian people had simple lives, but the difficulties were a lot and made them to get evolved. It is admirable,...

Kokkini Ekklisia Monastery, Nydri                 The first temple was founded by monks in 1478, standing as a timeless symbol of faith and heritage. Known as the “Red Church” (Kokkini Ekklisia), it owes its name to the warm hues of the local...

Lefkada Town, nestled on the picturesque Greek island of Lefkada, is a captivating destination that combines natural beauty, cultural heritage and a unique architecture. While many travelers flock to popular tourist spots, there is an enriching and personalized way to uncover the hidden gems of this charming town—through personalized walking tours. In this article, we...

In this article we will speak about two fascinating historical places of Epirus which are at hand to visit if you are on holiday in Lefkada: Ancient Cassope and Zalongo. The island of Lefkada in fact is certainly in a very strategic position if you wish to discover the region of Epirus, an area of Greece still not well...

Xematiasma: Getting Rid of the Evil Eye So many accounts of cultural interactions between non-Mediterraneans and Greeks include a most curious episode: the protagonist is ‘spit’ on. There’s not any actual spitting, but there is an unmistakable, mock-spitting gesture, with an utterance to mimic the sound: “Ptou sou, ptou sou”.   What can be the meaning of this? The gesture – almost a tiny...

Traditional and mountainous village Karya In the central part of the island, at an altitude of 500 meters, you will find the charming village Karya. Karya is 20 minutes drive from Lefkada Town and Nidri. A lush vegetation surrounds this picturesque village. Traditional architecture in Karya Even though Karya is far from beaches, the village is captivating by its own authentic features....

Summer events in Lefkada Lefkada is famous not only for the well-known and famous beaches, but for its traditional and cultural events, organized specially during the summer. Traditional fests, folklore dancing, theatrical performances and many more, are among some of the things you can experience during your holidays in Lefkada. Cultural Events in Lefkada is a serious goal for the local,...

Discover your Voice – Feel your Rhythm - Sing your Song An alternative Camp,in an amazing location,such as Lefkas island,in the heart of the Mediterranean,with Music and Art in the foreground. With courses in unique parts of the island, in absolute contact with nature and the blue waters of the Ionian Sea, the flavours and the colours of summer. Also keep...