Omala

Omala, nestled in Kefalonia’s central plateau beneath Mount Ainos, is a serene valley known for its vineyards and spiritual heritage. This lush wine-producing region is celebrated for Robola, a crisp local white, with harvest festivals in Fragata and Valsamata each August. The heart of Omala is the Monastery of Saint Gerasimos, founded in 1560 and revered as the island’s patron saint—drawing thousands of pilgrims twice yearly to venerate his incorrupt relics.

With traditional villages, wineries, and scenic trails up Mount Ainos, Omala combines spiritual depth, cultural vibrancy, and pastoral beauty in a fertile and tranquil corner of Kefalonia.