Nautical Museum of Sami
Greece
you can see how the traditional and the ancient ships were built in the past
Contents
7 sections · tap a section for its opening lines1The Archaeological and Nautical Museum of Sami
Welcome to the Archaeological and Nautical Museum of Sami, located in the heart of modern Sami town on the beautiful island of Kefalonia. As we begin our exploration, it is essential to understand that this museum is the…
Listen in the app2The Roman Mosaics — Artistry Underfoot
One of the crown jewels of the Sami museum is the collection of Roman mosaics. These intricate works of art were discovered during restoration works at various sites around the modern town, which is built directly on top of an…
Listen in the app3The Citadel and Acropolis Plans — Mapping the Heights
For many visitors, the highlights of Sami are the ruins of the ancient Acropolis and the Citadel on the mountain peaks behind the town. Inside the museum, you will find a full plan and scale models of these fortifications. …
Listen in the app4Pottery and Daily Life — Bits of History
While the grand mosaics and massive walls tell the story of the elite and the military, the museum's collection of pottery and daily items reveals the lives of ordinary citizens. Here, you will find 'loads of it'—bits and pieces…
Listen in the app5Nautical Heritage — The Lifeblood of the Bay
As a nautical museum, a significant portion of the collection is dedicated to Sami's relationship with the sea. Sami is the second largest port on Kefalonia, and its harbor has been a 'crossroad' for ships since antiquity. …
Listen in the app6The Acropolis Finds — Treasures from the Peak
The final section of the museum we will explore is dedicated to the specific finds from the Acropolis of Sami. This area, located on the peak of the mountain, has yielded some of the museum's most precious treasures. …
Listen in the app7The Archaeological and Nautical Museum of Sami
As we conclude our tour of the Archaeological and Nautical Museum of Sami, I hope you have enjoyed this deep dive into the 'ancient secrets' of Kefalonia. We have moved from the intricate artistry of Roman mosaics to the massive…
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What is Nautical Museum of Sami?
Nautical Museum of Sami is a place in Greece with 7 story sections on Tellby. You can read the opening of each section on this page; the sound plays in the app.
| Location | Greece |
|---|---|
| Type | Heritage |
| Story sections | 7 |
| Text language | English |
| Coordinates | 38.2355, 20.6400 |
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