Corfu is a popular Mediterranean destination with a rich cultural heritage, historic monuments, stunning natural landscape, crystal clear seas, and excellent weather. Despite changes over time, the island still retains the spirit of a distant glorious past. It is known for its cosmopolitan atmosphere and its ability to enchant visitors.
Corfu, also known as Kerkyra, was not under Ottoman oppression and has been primarily influenced by Western culture due to the successive dominations of Venetians, French, and British over the centuries. The city of Corfu was the birthplace of the first Greek University (the Ionian Academy), the first Philharmonic Orchestra, and the First School of Fine Arts.
About the Location
- Paleokastritsa beach
- Agios Gordios beach
- Myrtiotissa beach
- Rovinia beach
- Bataria Kassiopi beach
- Kavos beach
Corfu is a tourist destination with various activities to do. Diving is a popular activity, as there are impressive reefs, underwater caves, and old shipwrecks to explore. The northern side of the island is particularly famous for diving.
- Kanoni and Mouse Island
- Achillion Palace
- Old Fortress
- Museum of Asian Art
- Byzantine Museum
- Municipal Art Gallery
- Temple of Artemis
- Archaeological Museum
- Paleokastritsa Monastery
- Angelokastro Castle
- Old Perithia
- Kapodistrias Mansion
