The town welcomes the traveler from the very onset, and reveals at once its distinctiveness. Lefkada is connected to the mainland by a causeway and a 50-metre floating bridge. Agia Mavra castle overlooks the entrance to the island, and Amoglossa, a spectacular beach that joins the mainland with the sea, offers a first glimpse to the magnificent coastlines one will encounter.
The island of poets and history, buried in the sands of time, and countless scenic mountain villages that conceal unique local architecture. Regional products gratify even the most discerning gastronomes, not to be outdone by the crystalline waters that take one's breath away. Lefkada caters to the adventuresome and the low key visitor alike.
Vasiliki is a large picturesque village situated along a bay of the same name. Exanthia is a veritable picture postcard with colorful traditional homes. Tsoukalades is a minimalist's paradise, in stark contrast to Agios Efstratios, where an afternoon stroll is de rigueur along its stone-cobbled narrow pathways, where charming tavernas and cozy bars await. Lefkada lays claim to some of the most.impressive beaches anywhere. Porto Katsiki, Egremni, and Kathisma are among the finest, and a visit will remain etched in your mind. Distinctive turquoise waters and sandy beaches conjure up images of tropical destinations.
But it's more than just scenic beauty that make Lefkada what it is. Town planning here is truly a unique feature in Greece and all of Europe. Rebuilt almost in its entirety in the wake of a devastating earthquake, Lefkada's homes are made of wood with iron sheet metal walls to withstand tremors. Indicative of this structural design is the building which houses the Public Library. Stark design and striking gates dominate the town landscape and that of the island as a whole.