Argostoli, Kefalonia

Argostoli wears Kefalonia’s crown – this south-west town is the island’s capital. You might notice this place is more modern than your typical Greek postcard scene – following an earthquake in 1953 the whole town had to be rebuilt. It’s also the proud filling of a nature sandwich – the town’s set between emerald-coloured mountains and a shallow lagoon. The waters are home to loggerhead turtles and loads of marine life. Plus, away from its promenade-lined harbour, there’s a shop-filled strip and a central square which comes alive in the evening.