Go Kos & Go Kefalos

First footfall on the island

It's difficult to see just what prompted CNN to once vote gogreece.com the best web-resource on Greece, but let's assume that it's was back in the days when the internet was still a toddler. However, it's difficult to find any half-decent information about Kefalos, so for now we will have to stick with what we have got, so visit the address below and select Kefalos from the dropdown menu.

"The village of Kefalos is at the western end of the island of Kos, 42km from the town of Kos and 17km from the airport." This is perhaps not the most invigorating introduction to the spot where people first settled on the island, but is also home to the Caves of Aspropetro and the remnants of a cult dedicated to rustic deities. The historical side to Kefalos is uncovered, with stories of the Aeolians taking part in the Trojan War with ships and an army, according to Homer's Iliad.

The modern village is built on a hill with fine views of the bay and, "the visitor can relax in the warm atmosphere of the picturesque village of Kafenion, eat in the traditional fish tavernas, swim in the crystal waters, and enjoy the wonderful sunsets."

The author's concede that "the tourist infrastructure already exists", although such lines as "the picturesque windmills, small white houses and narrow streets convey the picturesque colour of the traditional village" might suggest less visitors than is actually the case.

www.gogreece.com

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