Melissani Cave Lake

Melissani Lake is located in a cave near the town Sami, on Kefalonia island, Greece. Here water from the ground and sea meets and makes for some of the clearest water you'll ever see. #bvsblue
The cave is magically covered with stalactites, 160 meters long and 40 meters wide and reachable by small boats . The water is 39 meters deep. Main characteristic of the lake is the contrasting colors of the water when the sunlight enters the cave from the open roof . Excavations in the lake discovered findings dated back to the 3rd and 4th century BC . The findings indicate the worship of the god Pan in the region. The findings show that the cave in ancient times was a place of worship, also called Cave of the Nymphs
Lake Melissanis, Kephalonia This is a lake secluded in a cave, located approximately two kilometers away from Sami . The natural entrance to the cave has been created by the fall of a piece of its roof while an artificial entrance has also been constructed to facilitate the visit of Melissani . The cave is magically covered with stalactites, 160 meters long and 40 meters wide and reachable by small boats . The water is 39 meters deep. Main characteristic of the lake is the contrasting colors of the water when the sunlight enters the cave from the open roof .
#Melissani Cave also known as Cave of the Nymphs in #Kefalonia, Greece is one of the hidden travel treasures that is a must visit for any avid traveller. Feel mesmerized by the deep #blue water, which turns crystal clear once the sun rays shine upon the lake from atop.

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Shore Excursion: Makris Gialos Beach Relaxation

Shore Excursion: Makris Gialos Beach Relaxation

Activity duration is 4 hours
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Price is HK$363 per adult
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Kefalonia Private Cruise -Shore Excursion from Argostoli

Kefalonia Private Cruise -Shore Excursion from Argostoli

Activity duration is 5 hours
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Price is HK$1,042 per adult*
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From Argostoli Area:Kefalonia Full-Day Private Tour

From Argostoli Area:Kefalonia Full-Day Private Tour

Activity duration is 9 hours
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Price is HK$3,172 per traveller*
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From Lefkada: 7-Day Island Hopping Sailing Boat Cruise

From Lefkada: 7-Day Island Hopping Sailing Boat Cruise

Activity duration is 7 days
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Price is HK$13,596 per adult*
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Karavomilos Beach

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Karavomilos Beach during your trip to Sami? While you're in the area, stroll along the seaside.

Karavomilos Beach

Old Vlachata

You can learn about the history of Sami with a visit to Old Vlachata. While you're in the area, stroll along the seaside.

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Acropolis of Sami

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Drogarati Cave

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Drogarati Cave during your travels in Sami. While you're in the area, stroll along the seaside.

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Elies Beach

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Elies Beach during your trip to Agia Efimia? While you're in the area, stroll along the seaside.

Elies Beach

Grouta Beach

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Grouta Beach during your trip to Agia Efimia? While you're in the area, stroll along the seaside.

Grouta Beach

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Steps from the Ionian Sea, literally 10m from barefoot bliss!

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KALLISTI beachfront/lavish decoration/15 steps to water/superb sea view/115m2

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Villa Hermes - Three Bedroom Villa, Sleeps 6

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VILLA ANDREAS Family- friendly & friends- friendly

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Villa Irineos - Two Bedroom Villa, Sleeps 5

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