When Odysseus returns to Ithaca who was the first person he go visit?

When Odysseus returns to Ithaca, the first person he visits is his swineherd, Eumaeus. Eumaeus is a loyal servant who has faithfully cared for Odysseus's estate during his absence. This visit allows Odysseus to gather information about the situation at home and to test Eumaeus's loyalty before revealing his identity.