Cephalonia (Farmland)
One of the most beautiful sights in all of Cephalonia are the many rural farms that flank the hillsides. Despite Greece being infamously poor for farming (in ancient times, they would actually import many of their crops from other countries such as Egypt due to poor soil conditions) - conditions are just good enough here that a number of crops are able to grow. It's a simple beauty that makes it so special, one that has lasted for thousands of years.
Small farmhouses like this one dot the landscape - with olives, wheat, and grapes being vital crops.
In springtime, the blooming flowers put on a beautiful display - complimenting the natural beauty of the region.
Sunsets here are quite magical.
The Ancient Greeks needed a crop that would grow on the rough, rugged hillsides. That crop was olives - and these groves have dotted the Cephalonian landscape for thousands of years.
Today, Greece is the world's third largest olive exporter - for many here, getting a good harvest is crucial.
The rural roads here are quite beautiful. Surrounded by rows of cypress trees and endless fields - there's not many drives out there that can compare.
Finding them is quite rare - but the occasional sunflower patch makes for a beautiful contrast of colors.
The long abandoned farmhouse..
When viewed from above - you can really get a complete grasp of how beautiful Cephalonia is and everything it has to offer.
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-korver
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