The inland of Lefkada, composed of traditional villages and old monasteries amid a mountainous terrain, presents all natural elements to create a world of its own with the islands manifold facets.

Visit the old village of Karya, centre of artistically handcrafted 'karsaniki' embroidery. Stroll along the various handicraft shops or relish local cuisine over lunch in the shade of mighty plane trees at the centre square and experience authentic tradition and pristine nature.

A scenic serpentine road leads uphill from Karya to Englouvi, one of the oldest villages on the island and plateau of Agios Donatos, renowned for the cultivation of excellent lentil in the highland region of Lefkada.

Reaching the summit of Mount Stavrotas, the vantage point at Profitis Ilias marks the culmination of exploring the inland at the highest peak of Lefkada and rewards the visitor with a spectacular 360° panorama of the island.