The capital of the island is Lefkas. It is built on a peninsula on the north side of the island. The town with its 7.000 inhabitants is the administrative, economic, commercial and cultural center of the area.

The historical center with its traditional houses, the narrow roads and the central square, follows the layout of medieval European towns. Here you can enjoy a cold “soumada” (local drink) or walk along the main street with its numerous shops and cafes.

Lefkas town	The Santa Maura Castle

In the historical center you will find all the sights of the town such as the Archaeological Museum , the Gramophone Museum , the Municipal Library, the Charamoglios Library, the N. Svoronos Library, the Stamos Art Gallery and many more.

One of the island's most recent acquisitions is its modern marina which is located on the eastern edge of the town.

On the north side of the town we find the lagoon, the Gyra beach with its windmills and the Santa Maura castle.

Agios Ioannis beach and windmills	Traditional Lefkadian house