Ithaca

Welcome to Ithaca, a name that resonates through three millennia of human history as the ultimate symbol of 'home' and the journey's end. You are standing on one of the most evocative islands in the Ionian Sea, a place where the…

We begin in Vathi, the island's capital and one of the largest natural harbors in the world. As you look around the bay, you'll notice how the town is built like a grand amphitheater, with neoclassical houses rising in tiers from…

Ascending now to the peak of Mount Neritos, we arrive at the Kathara Monastery, situated at an elevation that offers a breathtaking panorama of the entire Ionian archipelago. The name 'Kathara' means 'clean' or 'pure', referring…

In the northern part of the island lies the village of Stavros, a place that many scholars believe is the true location of Odysseus's ancient capital. Unlike the seaside ports, Stavros is nestled on a hillside, overlooking the…

Continuing north, we descend into the charming fishing village of Frikes. This small port was established in the 16th century as a base for local fishermen and as a gateway for trade with the neighboring islands. …

Our journey takes us next to Kioni, widely considered one of the most beautiful villages in all of Greece. Kioni was founded by inhabitants of the mountain village of Anogi in the late 16th century, seeking closer access to the…

We now ascend into the mountains to visit Anogi, the oldest village on the island and its former capital during the medieval period when piracy made coastal living too dangerous. Located high on the slopes of Mount Neritos, Anogi…

Our journey through Ithaca concludes where it began: with the realization that this island is both a physical place and a state of mind. As the poet Constantine Cavafy famously wrote, 'When you set out on your journey to Ithaca,…