This area lying on the SW coast of the island of Kerkyra (Corfu), is of great importance not only as a wetland but also because of the biological and aesthetic value of the sandy beaches close to the lagoon. At the southern sandy beach, the presence on the island of the unique Juniperus stands and the petrified sand-dunes create an area of great aesthetic value. The site consists of: the Korission Lake (the largest lake in Kerkyra), the surrounding lake and seashores which are charcterized by varied and important Mediterranean vegetation types and the Prasoudi island. Among them are: 1) The cruceanelletum maritimae which has the eastern limits of its distribution range here in the Korission area. This area is also the single locality in Greece from where Crucianella maritima has been reported, and 2) The Juniperous phoencea stands growing on the southern sandy beaches of the area which seem to be the unique remnants of such a forest in the islands of Corfu. The site is also characterized by the petrifed sand-dunes which create an area of great aesthetic value. The most important part of the site is that separating the sea from Korission Lake (between Garziki Point and the beginning of Agios Georgios beach). This is a complex, interesting and almost unaltered ecosystem, one of the few remaining natural ecosystems in Corfu which has not been greatly changed by tourist development. Source: Natura2000 viewer, European Comission.

On the western beaches: Avali - Gaidaros - Kathisma The walker’s orientation and safety is solely their responsibility. The present report, the relevant tracks (gpx) and the rest of the informational material are just supplementary. The proper equipment is necessary, depending on the weather conditions and the nature of the route.  Route’s type: linear Route’s duration: 40 minutes (one way) Route’s length: 2,300 metres (one way) Level of difficulty: easy Suggested season: All seasons, weather permitting. In summer, you should avoid the midday hours because there are no shady places on a large part of the route. The route A pleasant and easy route to the western and beautiful beaches of Lefkada. The route starts from Kalamitsi Beach (Avali). Τo get there, we have driven down the narrow, and not in very good condition and very downhill, asphalt road from the settlement of Kalamitsi. The flat route is initially on an asphalt road, which is also not in good condition but does not affect the walker, and then becomes a dirt road. From Avali we head north, always having the sea to the west (on our left). The landscape is beautiful and special, having to the east the steep slopes of the western mountains of Lefkada and to the west the beaches with the deep blue waters and the scattered rocks that make them unique. There are no shady places on the route. After Avali we find ourselves at the beach of Theotokos (Gaidaros). On this part of the route (Avali - Gaidaros) there are several canteens, which operate during the summer months, offering refreshment and coolness to the walker. In the evening hours the route offers excellent views of the sunset. Towards the end of the route and just before the famous Kathisma beach, the dirt road becomes a slightly downhill path leading to the south side of the beach. We continue along the beach until we meet the coastal asphalt road and the end of our course. Kathisma beach is an organized beach with various shops, mainly catering, and other facilities (umbrellas, etc.) that are also open during the summer months. The return is by the same route unless the walker has arranged for a vehicle to wait for him at Kathisma beach. On the island of Lefkada there are: Citizen Service Centres in the town of Lefkada, in Nydri and in Vasiliki. Police Headquarters in the town of Lefkada and a Police Station in Vlyho. In addition to private health structures there are: Hospital in Lefkada Town, Health Centre in Vasiliki and Regional Medical Centre in Syvros. Kalamitsi Kalamitsi is a settlement in Lefkada, with about 200 inhabitants. It is one of the oldest settlements of the island, built on the slope of the Rachi mountain range, hidden from the sea in fear of pirates. It is located 23 km southeast of the town of Lefkada.  In Kalamitsi we will find 13 windmills that stand there and remind us of the time when the area produced grain. Kalamitsi is also famous for its weavings. The view from the settlement is enchanting and the nearby beaches are beautiful. Theotokos Beach (Gaidaros) The Theotokou beach or Gaidaros is located below the settlement of Kalamitsi. The road leading there is quite narrow and has many bends. In fact, the beach is very close to Kathisma, but you can only get there by walking along the coast. The beach has sand and scattered rocks, while there are several stones in the deep blue waters and there are often waves. From the canteens in the area we can enjoy wonderful sunsets. Also here we can enjoy the flying of gliders, which use the beach for landing. Kathisma Beach Kathisma beach is one of the most famous and popular beaches of Lefkada. It is located 15 km from the town, in western Lefkada. It is a huge sandy beach with white sand and turquoise waters. Kathisma beach is fully organized, with a large parking lot, beach bar, umbrellas and of course a lot of people. However, its size also gives the opportunity for those who prefer quietness to have their space at the edges of the beach. The beach is surrounded by impressive cliffs. Here, paragliding enthusiasts can enjoy incredible views by flying over the beach with its cliffs and turquoise waters. 

Around Lassi: from the city to the Tilegrafos, to the lighthouse of Agioi Theodoroi, to the sinkholes and back to the city The walker’s orientation and safety is solely their responsibility. The present report, the relevant tracks (gpx) and the rest of the informational material are just supplementary. The proper equipment is necessary, depending on the weather conditions and the nature of the route.  Route’s type: circular Route’s duration: 2 hours and 20 minutes Route’s length: 7,300 meters Level of difficulty: easy Suggested season: All seasons, if weather conditions permit it. During summer, you should avoid midday hours. The route: It is an urban course in the city and in the wider area of Argostoli. The march starts from the central square of Argostoli and after crossing the Napier Park, we ascend the hill of Tilegrafos with the panoramic view of the city of Argostoli. The uphill road, which is asphalt at the beginning, passes the borders of the built area of the city and the nature of Tilegrafos, and after following it - making the necessary "hairpin bend" (turn) - we reach the dirt road and the heart of the hill. We continue the gentle ascent through the hill and in a short while we reach the viewpoint, from where we gaze at the bay of Argostoli, with Lixouri in front of us, while at our feet we can see the area of Lassi and Piniatoro. We continue our course through the hill, until we reach the monument to the Fallen Italians of the Acqui Division. From this point, we descend from the asphalt towards the sea, through a beautiful area with houses, gardens and a view of the bay. Reaching the coast we continue north until we reach the iconic lighthouse of Agioi Theodoroi. From the lighthouse we head east having the Fanari beach next to it, and after about seven hundred meters, we reach the famous katavothres (sinkholes) and the facilities that surround them. Actually, from the Katavothres our return to the town centre starts, where most of the way to and from the marina is by a beautifully landscaped pedestrian/cycle path. From the cruise ship pier - where the tourist information office is located - we turn off Israel Street leaving the beach. At the Radicals monument, we follow the avenue of the same name, which will take us to the starting point at the main square. The dirt road to Tilegrafos does not present any particular difficulties, so the whole route can be done by car and is therefore suitable for people with disabilities. In Kefalonia there are Health Centres in Sami and Hospitals in Argostoli and Lixouri. There are also police services in Fiskardo, Sami, Poros, Lixouri and Argostoli. Citizen Service Centres are in Argostoli, Livathou, Poros and in Agia Efthimia. Argostoli Argostoli is the capital of Kefalonia and the largest city of the island, with a population of 9,748 permanent residents, according to the last census (2011). It is built on the hills around the lagoon of Koutavos. The area has been inhabited since 1600. In 1757 the Venetian rulers of Kefalonia decided to move the capital of the island, which until then was the Castle of Agios Georgios, to Argostoli. The town of Argostoli was the scene of some of the most important historical moments of the whole island, such as the burning of the 'Golden Bible', the Libro d'Oro, in the square of Campana, which put an end to the discrimination between the nobility and the people. But also, one of the most important battles between the rebellious Kefalonians and the English garrison, in 1849, was fought on the city's De Bosset stone bridge. The town of Argostoli, before the devastating earthquakes of 1953, had buildings of great architectural value, both public and private, with many Western European influences. Today the heart of the city beats around the central square and between Lithostrotou and Siteboron street, where we will find museums, a library, statues, theatres, neoclassical buildings, but also many shops, cafes and bars.  Napier Gardens Napier Gardens is a park created during the English rule, in the early 19th century, and is located near the central square of Argostoli. It takes its name from its founder, the Governor of Kefalonia, Charles James Napier, who bought a vineyard in the area then called "Koutoupi" and turned it into an elevated park for his children to play in. The park remained in the possession of the Napier family until 1905, when the Municipality of Argostoli managed to acquire it and turn it into a municipal grove of the city and a place of leisure and entertainment, as it remains until today. At that time, the Municipality made many important interventions in the area, such as shaping the ground, planting, placing water pipes, constructing a pavilion, placing seats. Napier Street was also landscaped in the same year. The bust of Napier was created in 1906 by the sculptor Ioannis Kokkinos, when it was placed within the garden. During the German occupation, the garden was severely damaged. This was followed by the earthquakes, the long-term abandonment of the Garden and only under the mayorate of Gerasimos Forte the restoration of the historic Garden was carried out (2003-2004), with funding from the 3rd Community Support Framework. It was beautified with various plants, new benches were installed and in ten places signs with bilingual historical texts and rich photographic material were erected to guide and inform the visitor. Today the garden has regained its former glamour and popularity. Walking along the pebbled paths of the lush park, with its landscaped paths and event areas, the visitor can see the Iroo of Argostoli, the work of the sculptor G. Bonanos, erected in 1927, the bust of the founder of the garden and a kiosk, built today, like the original one.  Tilegrafos The so-called "Tilegrafos" was an optical signal office on the hill of Ai Thanasis, above Argostoli at the site "Koutsomylos". At this point the view is panoramic to the sea. From here, we can see at a distance of several kilometers, if a boat approaches Argostoli. In front of us, we have both the bay of Livadi (Lixouri) and the bay of Argostoli with the port. In "Tilegrafos" there was a huge cross-shaped tower, wooden at the beginning, constructed in 1850, which later became metallic. From this cross, they hung flags that served as a signal to the harbour, according to a system of suspensions they had devised. In this way, the type of ship, its position and where it was going were determined precisely and every half an hour. Of course, the Tilegrafos had its keeper, who was the only person responsible for sending a signal with the flags. During the English rule, he was an English officer of the Argostoli guard. With the Union of the Ionian Islands with Greece (1864), Tilegrafos passed into Greek hands and was operated by the military forces that had settled in Argostoli. In 1916-17, during the occupation of the island by the French forces, the "Tilegrafos" was used for the communication of the French ships and was manned by their own personnel. Tilegrafos stopped flying flags in 1940. The permanent end came with the earthquakes of 1953. Although Tilegrafos is a monument to local navigation, today it is completely abandoned. All that remains is the "hole" where the huge metal cross used to be. Monument to the Italian Fallen of the Acqui Division At the top of the hill, in Fanari, on the outskirts of Argostoli, is the Monument to the Fallen Italians. There is a white cross and next to it the inscriptions, which in Greek and Italian remind visitors of the horrors of war and the sacrifice of the Italian soldiers of the Acqui Division. The Monument was built in 1978. It was the Acqui Division, consisting of 12,000 men in total, that occupied Kefalonia in April 1940. Kefalonia, like the rest of the Ionian Islands, became an Italian protectorate. In July 1943, the fascist Italian government of Mussolini fell and a few days later, a regiment of the German army landed in Kefalonia. On September 8, 1943, Italy concluded an armistice with our Anglo-American allies. Immediately, the German administration asked the administration of the Acqui Division to surrender their weapons in the central square of Argostoli, in exchange for the safe return of all Italian soldiers to their country. Negotiations did not lead to an agreement, and so on 15 September the fighting began, during which 1,300 Italian soldiers were killed, mainly by German air force. On 22 September the commander of the Acqui Division asked for the surrender of its soldiers to the Germans. However, thousands of Italians were executed by the Germans in the following days, violating all international treaties concerning prisoners of war. The German administration forbade the burying of Italian soldiers, whose bodies were burned or thrown into the sea. Many Italians were saved, thanks to the help of the Kefalonians, who in many cases paid for their humanitarianism with harsh reprisals. Those Italians who escaped the massacre were forced to cooperate with the Germans, and those who refused were sent to the forced labour camps, where most of them died. When, in September 1944, the Germans were forced to leave Kefalonia, those Italians who had survived were able to return home with their weapons and flags. Every year a ceremony is held at the Memorial of Fallen Italians, attended by representatives of Italy and Greece. The Lighthouse of Agioi Theodoroi The lighthouse of Agioi Theodoroi is located in the area of Lassi, near Argostoli in Kefalonia. It takes its name from the chapel of Agioi Theodoroi which is located nearby. It is a unique circular structure, based on 20 white Doric columns, while its tower is 8 metres high. The peculiarity of its shape is due to a happy coincidence: there was a windmill in the area. The builders, in an attempt to save materials, constructed a circular staircase in the middle of the tower and a series of columns around it to support the structure, mainly because of the earthquakes that were strong in the area. It was built in 1828 by the English, when Charles Napier was in command. The height of the tower is 8 metres and the focal height is 11 metres. It was destroyed in the 1953 earthquakes and rebuilt in 1964 by Takis Pavlatos, a Kefalonian architect, according to the original 1828 English architectural plan. It was incorporated into the Greek lighthouse network in 1863, with the attachment of the Ionian Islands. In 1995 it was declared a listed building by the Ministry of Culture. It not only provides a directional light for incoming and outgoing ships, but is also a classic, romantic spot for locals and visitors. Katavothres (The sinkholes) One of the most important geological phenomena observed in Kefalonia, the sinkholes, have occupied scientists around the world and have been considered another "mystery" of the island. At the cape of Agioi Theodoroi, next to the lighthouse of Argostoli, we can still see today the point where the sea water flows with momentum into the ground. This is exactly what a "sinkhole" is: a crack in the ground, into which water flows. It seems that the English Stevens was the first to observe and record the phenomenon, and he even decided to use the momentum of the water as it was lost in the sinkholes and built a watermill at this point, which still exists. Katavothres' most interesting thing though, is that water runs below the entire island, from west to east, a distance of about 15 kilometres: In 1963, geologists Viktor Maurin and Josef Zetl from the Technical University of Graz, Austria, poured 160 kilos of dye into one of the Katavothres. Two weeks later traces of this dye appeared in the waters on the other side of the island, in the bay of Sami, in Karavomilos and in the Melissani cave! The majority of the phenomena associated with the groundwater of Kefalonia can be explained, according to geologists, by the position of the island at the junction of the tectonic plates of the 

From Lakka to Loggos: Lakka - Aronatika - Grammatikaiika - Rantatika - Loggos The walker’s orientation and safety is solely their responsibility. The present report, the relevant tracks (gpx) and the rest of the informational material are just supplementary. The proper equipment is necessary, depending on the weather conditions and the nature of the route.  Route’s type: linear Route’s duration: 2 hours Route’s length: 6,500 metres Level of difficulty: easy Suggested season: all seasons, weather permitting The route The route starts from the settlement of Lakka, from where a beautifully landscaped path begins over the western beaches of the settlement, where the walker enjoys the view of the beautiful homonymous bay. A landslide has occurred at one point and increased caution is required. After about 700 metres the path meets a concrete road, which is followed south going uphill. The road passes through olive groves, in a largely shady environment, dotted with beautiful buildings. We continue along the same road for about two kilometres and after passing Aronatika, we follow the path that continues along a wall of privately owned land (there are signs). From this point we very soon reach the wonderful and unique bay of Ipapanti with its vertical cliffs and caves. The view of the bay, which requires increased attention, is breathtaking. There, apart from the vertical rocks and the bay in the background, we enjoy the endless blue of the Ionian Sea. We then head towards the area of Rantatika and the enchanting and evocative site of the church of Ipapanti through a pretty downhill path. The area is shady and overgrown with olive trees, cypresses and other vegetation. After passing Rantatika, we continue our downhill course through the lush vegetation of the ravine and after passing the stream (which doesn't present any difficulty) we climb up the stone cobbled road towards Loggos, where we meet the main asphalt road. At the junction we see the old English tank of 1862 and continue our slightly downhill course from the main asphalt road which leads us to Loggos. At some point, we take a short detour, taking a shortcut through a path, which takes us back to the central asphalt. Less than a kilometre later, we find Loggos with its beautiful beaches, its welcoming shops and the evocative ruins of the old soap factory. In Paxos there is: Health Centre, Police Station and Citizen Service Centre (KEP). Lakka Lakka is a settlement in the North of Paxos. It is nestled at the bottom of a sheltered bay, popular with boats of all kinds for the safety it offers. It takes its name from its Souliotes inhabitants, who, persecuted by Ali Pasha of Ioannina, fled to Paxos.  In its streets you will find small picturesque stone houses. It is surrounded by green hills and has very nice beaches, such as Monodentri and Harami beach. Near Lakka there are also very interesting sea caves. Among them is the most remarkable cave of Hypapanti. Among the sights of the settlement is the Byzantine church of Ipapanti, which dates back to 1600. The church has an impressive bell tower and a well-crafted iconostasis. Also worth visiting is the stone lighthouse, which was built in 1832, is 36 metres high and rises 108 metres above sea level. Loggos Loggos is a small, but very picturesque settlement of Paxos, nestled in pine trees and olive trees. It is 5 km away from Gaios and has about 200 inhabitants.  From the harbour of Loggos, we can, by renting a small boat, navigate the turquoise beaches of the island and its sea caves. Very close to Longos are the exceptional beaches of Levrechio, Marmari, Kipos and Kipiadis. At the edge of the settlement dominates the old oil and soap factory of Anemogiannis, next to the primary school. It is also worth visiting the church of Zoodochos Pigi, whose existence is mentioned since 1739, in order to admire its hagiographies. Every year in the first days of September, Loggos hosts a particularly interesting classical music festival.  Anemogianni Soap Factory in Loggos On our left hand, as we face the harbour of Loggos, we find an imposing ruined building, which is now being repaired. It is the old soap factory of the brothers Stefanos and Ioannis Anemogiannis. It was first operated at the end of the 19th century as an oilseed processing factory, unique in the Balkans in terms of size and equipment. In 1932, under the leadership of Spyros Anemogiannis, a chemist, the expansion of the factory began, which evolved into a soap factory. In its peak, the factory employed 60-70 workers. In the 1960s, after two fires, the factory began to decline. It was finally closed in the 1980s.

This area lying on the SW coast of the island of Kerkyra (Corfu), is of great importance not only as a wetland but also because of the biological and aesthetic value of the sandy beaches close to the lagoon. At the southern sandy beach, the presence on the island of the unique Juniperus stands and the petrified sand-dunes create an area of great aesthetic value. The site consists of: the Korission Lake (the largest lake in Kerkyra), and the surrounding lake and seashores which are charcterized by varied and important Mediterranean vegetation types. Among them are: 1) The cruceanelletum maritimae which has the eastern limits of its distribution range here in the Korission area. This area is also the single locality in Greece from where Crucianella maritima has been reported, and 2) The Juniperous phoencea stands growing on the southern sandy beaches of the area which seem to be the unique remnants of such a forest in the islands of Corfu. The site is also characterized by the petrified sand-dunes which create an area of great aesthetic value. The most important part of the site is that separating the sea from Korission Lake (between Garziki Point and the beginning of Agios Georgios beach). This is a complex, interesting and almost unaltered ecosystem, one of the few remaining natural ecosystems in Corfu which has not been greatly changed by tourist development. Source: Natura2000 viewer, European Comission.

The area is located in the east part of Kerkyra Island including the coastal sea area between Kanoni and Mesoggi villages. In the area of Kanoni the water is shallow, and little exposed with smooth rocks at a depth of 0.5 m, and a few fairly secluded pools. The rocks are psammitic. Among the upper rocks the marine phanerogam Cymodocea nodosa grows on sandy substrate. The beds of Posidonia oceanica expand at depths below 1.5 m southwards to Mesoggi. In this area the sea bottom is stony and sandy with stones and rocks of all sizes. The Phaeophyceae predominate while the dominance of the Cystoseiretum crinitae community. Source: Natura2000 viewer, European Comission.

Three inhabited and five uninhabited small islands, covered mainly by conifers, tall maquis and olive groves. Othonoi islands has extensive sea cliffs and rocky slopes (max. altitude 385 m.) Most of the uninhabited islets are covered by low vegetation on a rocky substratum, ideal for nesting seabirds. Source: Natura2000 viewer, European Comission.

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From the Monastery to the Lighthouse: Monastery of Agios Nikolaos Niras - Lighthouse The walker’s orientation and safety is solely their responsibility. The present report, the relevant tracks (gpx) and the rest of the informational material are just supplementary. The proper equipment is necessary, depending on the weather conditions and the nature of the route.  Route’s type: linear Route’s duration: 1 hour and a half Route’s length: 4,700 meters Level of difficulty: easy Suggested season: All seasons, weather permitting. In summer, avoid the midday hours, because there are no shady places along the whole section of the route. The route It is a gentle downhill - largely asphalted - route in a beautiful landscape. The route starts from the parking area of the Monastery of Agios Nikolaos Iras. After visiting the monastery, where, apart from the church and other buildings, there are the unique stone beehives of the 17th century. From this point, we head west to the junction with the Provincial Road Komili - Akrotiri where we continue west. The route passes through a unique landscape of low vegetation, where to the west are the evocative rocky vertical coasts with an unobstructed view of the blue Ionian Sea, while to the west the bay of Vasiliki unfolds. In the background (south) are scattered the figures of the islands of Kefalonia, Ithaca, Atokos, Arkoudi, etc. Descending through this landscape, where apart from the lighthouse and the monastery there are no other buildings, we wonder what prompted Sappho to make her leap to this place. When we reach the viewpoint - where special attention is needed because of the steep vertical shores and loose ground - the awe that the landscape inspires in us interprets the myth. From the viewpoint, we continue on to the lighthouse that stands tall and dominates the landscape. From the lighthouse parking lot, an uphill and somewhat rough path, about 300 meters, leads us to the lighthouse site. The view from the balcony of the lighthouse is excellent towards the Ionian Sea and the rocky shores of the cape. The lighthouse marks the end of our course. The return is by the same route in the opposite direction (slightly uphill), unless the walker has arranged for a vehicle to wait for him at the lighthouse. It should be noted that there are no shady places on the route and therefore the walker must have made provision for appropriate equipment and certainly avoid doing the route at midday in summer. The route can also be done by car and is therefore suitable for disabled people, except for the last 300 metres from the car park to the lighthouse. This fact, however, does not pose an issue, because the walker has already enjoyed the endless view of the Ionian Sea and has seen the amazing steep and rocky coastline with the lighthouse. On the island of Lefkada there are: Citizen Service Centres in the town of Lefkada, in Nydri and in Vasiliki. Police Headquarters in the town of Lefkada and a Police Station in Vlyho. In addition to private health structures there are: Hospital in Lefkada Town, Health Centre in Vasiliki and Regional Medical Centre in Syvros. Monastery of Agios Nikolaos of Ira  The Monastery of Agios Nikolaos of Ira is located in southern Lefkada, quite close to Cape Lefkata. The name "Ira" (in the peninsula of "Iera Nira" or "Nira", as the locals usually call it), probably has a connection with the Sanctuary of Apollo of Lefkatas located on the cape. The construction of the Monastery is linked to the transfer of the relic of Agios Nikolaos by Crusaders. The transfer took place from Myra in Asia Minor to Bari in Italy and in 1087 the relic of the Saint passed through the area where the monastery is now located. It is said that the monastery was built there shortly afterwards, and it is reported that it was renovated in the 17th century. The monastery celebrates every year on the 10th of May to commemorate the transfer of the relic from there. In the monastery there is a remarkable iconostasis, a work of 1799, by Andreas Betzos, as well as the icon of Agios Nikolaos, a work of 1699, by Dimitrios Foskaris. In the monastery there is an old threshing floor and stone beehives for bees, as the area is well known for its thyme honey. Due to the remote location of the monastery, it is said that it was also used in the past as a place of exile for clergymen. The monastery can be visited daily during the following hours: October - April, 9:50 - 13:30 and 16:00 until sunset, May - September, 9:30 until sunset. Cape Lefkatas (or Dukaton) Lefkatas is the southernmost cape of the island of Lefkada. It is an imposing landscape of white rocks that fall steeply into the Ionian Sea and fill you with awe. At the same time it is an ancient sacred place, which is followed by mystery, myths and traditions. The original name of the cape was Lefkas. Homer mentions in the Odyssey (ω 11) the famous 'Lefkas Petri'. This is the name of the town which the Corinthians founded at the northern end of the island in the second quarter of the 7th century BC and then the whole island. From the adjective Lefkas was formed the adjective Lefkatis and in Doric Lefkatas (= the lord, or the owner of Lefkada Petris or Akras). The same name was given to Apollo, because of his sanctuary, which was located there. Few remnants of it can be seen today scattered around the lighthouse building. The sanctuary was known throughout the ancient world. Every year there were festivals of Panhellenic character, probably in early spring. In Mycenaean times it is said that they made sacrifices to appease the gods and the Spirit of Tempest. Later, they replaced the victims with convicts, but they gave them a chance of salvation. Before they were thrown into the rock, they tied birds and feathers around their bodies for a smoother landing. If the convict escaped, he was spared his life. In the 6th century BC there was a tradition that the incurably in love and frustrated jumped from the cape. It is mentioned in the verses of many ancient poets and was probably mentioned by Sappho, the great poet of antiquity. From there came the tradition that from this cape she fell into the sea and met her own death, despairing of her unfortunate love for Phaon. That is why the cape is also called "Kavos tis Kyras" (Cape of the Lady). The Lighthouse "Dukato" The lighthouse is built on the site where the temple of Apollo Lefkata used to be. It started to operate in 1890 with oil. During the 2nd World War it remained switched off and operated again in 1945, again with oil. In 1950 it was destroyed by an earthquake and operated temporarily as an automatic acetylene torch until 1956, when it was repaired. In 1986 the oil machinery was replaced and it began to run on electricity.