Fiskardo the most northern town on the island is the jewel in the crown of Kefalonia. Pastel coloured Venetian building looking down on the fisherman preparing their nets for the next trip, Rows of boats tied along the L shaped waterfront running parallel with the shaded restaurants that line quay all the way along.
Due to the earthquake of 1953 much of Kefalonia's old architect was destroyed except for Fiskardo, which was passed by with much of the tremor absorbed through the bed of limestone it sits on. There is a small museum just at the top of the harbour with pictures of how the village was over the years, well worth a visit.
There are of course several boat trips available from the harbour, or why not try hiring your own motor boat and explore the horseshoe bays and lagoons often only accessible by boat.
Traditional Kefalonian fishing boats moor alongside the more extravagant temporary visitors during the summer. If you are early enough you can buy freshly caught fish. Otherwise a stroll around the harbour will take you on a tour of some of the most luxurious yachts. Many of these are owned by the rich and famous who are attracted to Kefalonia by the tranquillity of Fiscardo.
Fiscardo at night takes on an entirely different perspective. The lights, the old buildings, cafés, bars and restaurants all combine to provide a magical Mediterranean atmosphere. Of all the villages on Kefalonia, Fiscardo stands out as having a unique ambience, especially on a summer evening.
