Corfu is one of the most beautiful and romantic islands of the Ionian Sea.
From lush green hills to noble mansions and from idyllic beaches to impressive museums, this island has everything it takes to please any type of traveler.
Strongly influenced by the Venetians, the French and the English, Corfu Town, the capital, is a brilliant base for exploration. Get lost in the narrow cobblestone alleys, the so-called “kandounia”, visit museums, such as the Museum of Asian Art, walk down the famous Liston promenade, stroll around the huge Spianada square… The whole Corfu town squeezes out a nostalgic charm!
You’ll see the glorious past of the island reflected in its imposing palaces, noble mansions, beautiful museums, and charming squares.
Moving away from Corfu Town, you’ll discover picturesque seaside villages, tiny verdant islets, luxurious resorts, and wild natural landscapes. It’s amazing how the different sides of this idyllic island coexist in harmony!
If you manage to peel yourself away from the enchanting Corfu Town, move to the coasts of Corfu, where beautiful beaches are nestled! Its sandy coves, surrounded by green forests and mountains, are some of the best beaches in Greece! Dassia, Paleokastritsa,Issos Sidari,Kassiopi,Agios Georgios and Glyfada, are all worthy of a visit!
As for sightseeing, numerous places of historical and cultural interest are always ready to welcome visitors! The top places to visit are Achillion Palace, the former retreat of Princess Sissi of Austria, Mon Repos Palace, where Phillip, the husband of Queen Elizabeth II was born, the lovely Panagia Vlacherna and Pontikonisi (Mouse) Island. They will make you fall even deeper in love with Corfu!
The island is also famous for one thing in particular: its food! Based on meat, fish, pasta, and herbs, the island’s gastronomy will excite those who love good food. The excellent restaurants and traditional taverns are the best places to taste the local delicacies!
Corfu was one of the first islands in Greece to become well-known to foreign visitors. The island attracts thousands of holidaymakers from across the world every year.
It is part of the Ionian Islands and lies in the north region of the group, at the entrance of the Adriatic Sea facing Albania.
Corfu has a total area of 592 sq km and a coastline of 216 km, making it the second-largest island of the Ionian group after Kefalonia.
Because of the mild Mediterranean climate and the frequent rainfalls during winter, Corfu is full of verdant vegetation and wild plants and is considered one of the greenest islands in Greece. The island is mountainous and in its northern center lays Mount Pantokrator, the highest mountain of Corfu, which rises to an altitude of 914 m. Several flat areas, plains, two lakes and a couple of rivers top off the beautiful landscape.
Thanks to its popularity among tourists for decades now, Corfu offers well-equipped and modern tourist facilities. Even though tourism is developed in the coastal areas, it hasn’t spoilt the villages yet as they have preserved their authenticity and local colors.
The economy of Corfu is mainly based on tourism but a small part is still related to agriculture; some inhabitants still produce high-quality olive oil and wines throughout the mountainous villages.
The capital and main port of the island is Corfu Town. It is the largest town of the Ionian and one of the most beautiful Greek towns overall. Built between two fortresses and full of astonishing Italian and French buildings, Byzantine churches and florescent squares, Corfu Town is a real jewel full of charms and beauties.
Corfu’s natural beauty hasn’t gone unnoticed by the film industry. In fact, the island has been the setting for several movies. On the north of Corfu, there are three small islands, untouched by tourism and great for total privacy: Othoni, Mathraki, and Ereikoussa, alternatively called the Diapontia Islands. They can be reached by boat from Agios Stefanos or Sidari.
Corfu is waiting for you!!
