Corfu is the second largest island of the Eptanissa (the seven islands).
Elegant architecture, sun beaches, nightlife and fine cuisine all contribute to
attracting visitors from all over the world. You will find ancient Greek and
Roman remains, old churches, museums, medieval villages and of course the
Venetian forts. Its crystal waters, picturesque bays, the sandy or rocky beaches
and the lush vegetation entice you to wander further. Corfu enjoys a typical
Mediterranean climate, with summers that are hot and dry, while winters are mild
and wet with the average temperature around 10 degrees Celsius. Spring comes to
the island in February, and weather warm enough for swimming continues until
early November. The exquisite island of ancient Pheakon entirely meets the
desires and the needs of even the most demanding visitor. The island’s size
permits its visitors to choose the most suitable spot for a holiday.
Sightseeing 
 Corfu town - Sightseeing Corfu Town is a principal port and the largest
town in the Ionian Islands. One of the most beautiful walks in the town is
around the Esplanade, the second largest square in Europe, which is the hurt of
Corfu town. The 3 major historical periods of Corfu can be distinguished: in the
old fort the Venetian, in Liston arcade the French and in the Palace, the
English. On the upper side of Esplanade stands a memorial to the British Lord
High Commissioner Sir Thomas Maitland, built in 1816 in the shape of a circular
building with Ionian columns. The statue of John Capodistrias (the first
president of Greece) stands near the Maitland’s monument and right in front of
the building where the Ionian Academy was housed. Opposite the Liston is the Old
Fortress, the best known of the Venetian citadels. At the northern end of
Esplanade stands the Palace of St. Michael and St. George, one of the most
elegant buildings in Corfu. Take some time to explore the island; the scenery
that any destination offers will amaze you.
Kanoni: A small peninsula in front of the lagoon of Halikiopoulou
and the airport. You can enjoy the unique view that lies in front of you.
Pontikonissi: The emblem of Corfu, the island of the Dead where church of
Pantokratora built on 11th or  12th century is situated.
Mon Repos: The summer residence of the High Commissioner Sir Frederic Adam
and later of the Greek royal family.
Benitses: is a busy fishing village with long beaches, tourist shops,
restaurants and everything you could ask during your holidays. Don’t miss to
see the ruins of the Roman baths with mosaic floors.
Palaiokastritsa: Second to Corfu Town, located in the west side of
the island. Traditional places here the palace of King Alkinoos, father of
Nausica. In Palaiokastrista there are five natural bays formed between the rocks
and the twist and turn road. At the top of the hill you can see the monastery of
the Panagia tis Paleokastritsas, from where the view is incredible. Pelekas:
Built on the top of a hill, which is famous for its unique sunset. The painted
houses in different colours give to the village a distinctive beauty. Around the
island there are many more villages worth visiting and many small islands of the
same beauty and clean beaches, which you can visit by boat from Corfu. Opposite
Corfu town there is Bido and Lasareto, northwest stands Erikousa, Mathraki,
Othonoi and in the south the beautiful Paxi and Atnipaxi.
Beaches 
BARBATI: Long stretch sandy beach, with good water sports facilities,
umbrellas and taverns on the beach. AGIOS GEORGIOS: Majestic beach, 5km.
long with good amenities. GLYFADA: A popular sandy beach near Pelekas,
with excellent facilities – several hotels, taverns,  beach bars and water
sports. MIRTIOTISSA: Corfu’s most beautiful golden sandy beach
sheltered by cliffs. Due to poor access Mirtiotissa beach is a quiet one. The
Monastery you will see there is the Panagia Myrtidiotissa. SIDARI: A
large white sandy beach, one of the most beautiful on the island. The cluster of
rocks in the sea forms a canal called the “Canal of Love”. AGIOS
STEFANOS: A wonderful long sandy beach, with crystal-green water and good
taverns and facilities. ARRILAS: Beautiful beach, with 2.5 km of thin
sand, protected from the wind by two small peninsulas. DASSIA: Long sandy
beach with plenty of facilities and water sports. PALAIOKASTRITSA: Is one
of the most famous and beautiful beaches on Corfu. The high, sudden cliffs, the
rich vegetation and the string of beaches, with the Monastery of Paleokastritsa
in the background, compose a truly sensational scene. KERASSIA: The best
beach on the northeastern coast. Sand in the sea, clean waters and smooth
boulders on the shore.
How to get there
By air: from Athen’s Eleutherios Venizelos airport and also from Macedonia
Airport at Thessaloniki.
By car: from Athens, by ferry between Rion-Antirion and
Igoumenitsa –Corfu, or by ferry from Patras to Corfu.
By bus: from the KTEL station at Athens
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