Corfu island
Corfu is one of the most beautiful and popular islands in Greece.
Located on the north western side of the country, Corfu island has a cosmopolitan feeling combined with a special traditional character.
Due to its strong historical connection with Europe, this was among the first Greek islands to open to tourism.
It is an island with a long history, and has been notable in Greek culture and tradition for over 3000 years.
Corfu Town
Corfu town has retained its medieval style. Here you can visit the old and the new fortresses and see the Spianada (Esplanade) square, the largest square in the Balkans and one of the largest in Europe.
The Liston, a meeting place for the nobles of the past and now a social hub for all Corfiots and the Palace of Saint Michael and Saint George (known as the old palace) which today houses many museums and exhibitions, are both located around this square.
Just outside the modern town are the ancient remains of Paleopolis, the ancient city of Corfu, the peninsula of Kanoni, Pontikonisi island and the summer palace of Mon Repos.
SIGHTSEEINGS
There are numerous places of cultural interest, museums and monuments such as the Byzantine fortress north of Paleokastritsa called Aggelokastro and the Venetian shipyard at Gouvia.
The Achilleio palace is in the village of Gastouri and was built by the Empress of Austro-Hungary Elizabeth, also known as Sissy. The palace was named in honor to the legendary hero Achilles and reflects her love for classical Greece.
The sea museum in Benitses, the museum of olives at the village of Kynopiastes, old houses of all sizes, small museums, fascinating collections and ancient remains can be seen in many villages.
Paleokastritsa, Sidari, Kassiopi, and Acharavi are nice tourist places on the northern side of the island, while the island is dotted with lovely villages and many sightseeings.
Northwest of Corfu there are three small islands, named Othoni Mathraki and Erikoussa respectively, known as the Diapontian islands, and to the south are the islands of Paxos and Anti-Paxos.
