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TOP 10 REASONS
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Why travel to Corfu: Find out the top 10 reasons to visit
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A SNEAK PEAK
A SNEAK PEAK
A SNEAK PEAK
A Sneak Peek into Corfu
- Corfu, an island in the Ionian Sea noted for its cosmopolitan Old Town, spectacular sandy beaches, and picturesque surroundings are Greece's most popular tourist destination.
- Corfu has a long and illustrious history, with the Venetians, English, French, and Russians flourishing and leaving their imprint on the island.
- Walking around Liston Arcade and Spianada Square in the Old Town and gazing up at the Venetian forts and churches will make you feel like an aristocracy.
- You'll also like the romanticism of the labyrinth-like lanes of Campiello (the Old Town's medieval area) and the beat of the marching bands, especially on festival days.
- Corfu holidays are also known for gastronomy, reflecting the island's diverse cultural influences in meals with Italian flair and excellent Mediterranean ingredients.
- Don't forget about the island's beaches and swimming holes, particularly the Canal d'Amour, where legend has it that you'll meet your soulmate. Corfu Island (or Kerkyra as known in Greek) is a master at seducing visitors.
- Capital- Corfu
- International Airport: Corfu International Airport (CFU)
- Population- 39 330
- Currency- the Euro
- Time: UTC +3
- Driving side- right side
- Main Electricity- 230V
- Official Language- Greek
- Religion- Greek Orthodox
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HIGHLIGHTS
HIGHLIGHTS
HIGHLIGHTS
Top Tourist Attractions in Corfu
- Glyfada, often regarded as the most excellent beach on the island, is located on Corfu's west coast, 26 kilometres west of Corfu Town.
- Although the beach is narrow and rocky, diving into the crystal blue seas reveals an underwater world with colourful species.
- Mount Pantokrator rises 906 meters north of Corfu, making it the highest point on the island.
- Animal enthusiasts should pay a visit to the Corfu Donkey Rescue in Paleokastritsa. One of the most popular activities on this portion of the island.
- This wonderfully planted 18-hole golf course was created by Swiss architect Donald Harradine and is located in the Ropa Valley, 17 kilometres from Corfu Town.
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SEASONS TO TRAVEL
SEASONS TO TRAVEL
SEASONS TO TRAVEL
Best Months to Visit Corfu
- Corfu's climate is Mediterranean, with hot, dry summers and pleasant winters.
- Corfu is best visited between June and August if you want to soak up some rays.
- July is the hottest month of the year, with an average daily high of 33 degrees Celsius and a low of 22 degrees Celsius.
- January is the coolest month of the year, with an average daily high of 14 degrees Celsius and a low of 5 degrees Celsius.
- July is the driest month, with 0 mm of rain and 31 sunny days.
- November is the wettest month, with 80 mm of rain falling over four days.
- From June to October, you should be able to enjoy the beach with sea temperatures averaging 23 degrees Celsius or higher.
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WORTH A VISIT
WORTH A VISIT
WORTH A VISIT
The Best Places to Visit in Corfu
Corfu Town
- Corfu Town, the island's charming capital, is a maze of cobblestone streets and elegant Venetian-era buildings.
- Today, many serve as informal seafood tavernas and souvenir shops on the ground floor.
- The UNESCO-listed old town, centred on the Esplanade, a large green plaza, is surrounded by two spectacular 16th-century fortifications and several churches, including the Church of St. Spyridon, easily recognizable by its red-domed bell tower.
- The waterfront includes a port with daily excursion boats to Albania and regular ferries to Igoumenitsa on the Greek mainland.
The Achilleion
- This white Neoclassical villa, located just outside the village of Gastouri, 10 kilometres southwest of Corfu Town, was Sisi, Empress Elisabeth of Austria's summer retreat (1837-1898).
- Sisi, a beauty seeker, immersed herself in Greece's mythological history and beautiful natural surroundings.
- You may tour the vast mansion and walk around the gardens brimming with towering palm palms and Neoclassical statues to get a sense of the perfect world Sisi sought.
Kassiopi
- Despite its popularity, this historic fishing village in the northeast of the island, 36 kilometres north of Corfu Town, has maintained its charm.
- It has a variety of seafood tavernas and cafés popular with affluent Brits and Italians who own homes here. It overlooks a charming harbour dotted with wooden fishing boats.
- It is known for its numerous little coves with white pebble beaches and stunning turquoise blue sea, and it is calm and unhurried.
- Hiring a small boat is the ideal way to see this stretch of shoreline. Hike up to the ruined Byzantine castle on the slope behind the hamlet for spectacular views.
Paleokastritsa Beaches
- Paleokastritsa is a spectacular length of indented coast on the west coast, 25 kilometres northwest of Corfu Town, with six deep, curving coves sheltering lovely sand and pebble beaches extending to a crystal-clear, blue sea.
- It's a popular day-trip destination, so it might get crowded during peak season.
- Another interest is a 13th-century monastery with a courtyard garden, church, and small museum in the hills rising above the coast.
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DISCOVER MORE
DISCOVER MORE
DISCOVER MORE
Corfu Off the Beaten Track
Gouvia
- Gouvia, located halfway along the island's east coast, has grown from a small local fishing village to Corfu's most important marinas and tourist sites.
- With many stores, tavernas, and restaurants, the village's two main streets are the heart of its commercial operations.
- Water sports and a wide range of boat cruises across the island and beyond are available.
- There's something for everyone at night. You may spend a leisurely evening trying local food or visit one of the many substantial international restaurants with live entertainment.
- Tavernas provide everything from a soft beverage on the balcony to karaoke and live music, with many staying open late.
- Suppose you want to spend some time in Gouvia during your visit to Corfu. In that case, you can choose from a variety of apartment and hotel complexes run by large tour operators and privately owned self-catering flats, villas, and cottages.
Ipsos
- Ipsos is probably not for you if you focus on culture and local cuisine during your holiday.
- It is safe for young children to play on the shallow shelving beach in the calm sea, while older children and adults can participate in various water sports.
- There are many stores, cafés, and restaurants along the seafront to keep the shoppers happy, and sun loungers and parasols are accessible along with most of the beach.
- While there are still many English-style bars, there is also an increasing number of tiny, quiet eateries and tavernas where couples can have romantic meals. And there are cocktails to be had while sitting on the terrace watching the sunset.
- A few tiny marinas along the shore provide boat cruises to various destinations, boat rentals, and scuba diving for novice and experienced divers.
- If you're self-catering, you'll find everything you need in town and a variety of bars and restaurants if you prefer to dine out.
- The landscape rises steeply behind the flat town centre, too tightly packed hillsides full of trees and olive groves.
Barbati
- Barbati, located below Corfu's tallest mountain, the Pantokratoras, is a two-part holiday community appropriate for visitors of all ages.
- A one-kilometre long strip of white pebbles, which shelves gradually into the beach area, is located 20 kilometres north of Kerkyra on the island's northeast coast.
- Sunbeds, parasols, watersports, and boat cruises abound on the beach, lined with beach stores, souvenir shops, mini-marts, cafés, and pubs.
- Among the cypress and pine trees, you'll also discover a selection of self-catering flats and hotels along this resort section.
- The main east coast road is at the top of the slope, and it must be crossed to get to the upper section of the resort. More holiday complexes, shops, pubs, and restaurants are found along the wayside and behind the main street.
- It is a spectacular region of natural beauty, with the towering Pantokratoras mountain overlooking the resort and cypress and pine trees that almost reach the beach.
- If you wish to spend some time away from the shore, there are several options for seeing the rocky Corfu countryside and nearby communities.
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CULTURE & TRADITIONS
CULTURE & TRADITIONS
CULTURE & TRADITIONS
Corfu Culture and Traditions
- The vibrant culture of Corfu, particularly music, theatre, literature, and architecture, is based on the island's historical heritage.
- Because of the lack of Turkish dominance and the impact of Byzantine and Venetian civilisations, Corfu developed a deeply rooted culture in its traditions while also being open to the conventions of other western cultures.
- Corfu was once a hub of cultural renewal, with painters, poets, and artists gathering to form cultural organisations such as the Reading Society and eventually the Ionian Academy. Dionisios Solomos, Polilas, and Markoras were among them.
- The composer Mantzaros also built a school of modern music and formed the first musical band.
- We've broken down some of Corfu's cultural components into distinct sections, including literature, art, music, theatre, and architecture.
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FOOD FUN FASHION
FOOD FUN FASHION
FOOD FUN FASHION
Corfu: Food, Fun & Fashion Guide
Sofrito
#Food
- Sofrito is probably the most popular and iconic Corfian dish. The dish's name references Italian cuisine, as it is derived from the words "so fritto," which means "sauteed" or "lightly fried" in Italian.
- This classic dish is produced with floured veal slices fried in a skillet and then served with a white sauce made with finely minced garlic, parsley, pepper, white wine, vinegar, and salt.
- Sofrito can be filled with various sides, the most typical of which are french fries or mashed potatoes.
Pastitsada
#Food
- Pastitsada, another signature dish of Corfu, is influenced by Italian cuisine and is now reserved for special occasions and formal meals.
- Chilli peppers, garlic, onions, wine, olive oil, vinegar, cloves, bay leaf, cinnamon, fresh or canned tomatoes, black ground pepper, shredded kefalotyri or Parmesan cheese are used for cooking pasta with veal, beef, or fowl in a casserole dish.
- Pastitsada, like other traditional Greek recipes, comes in a variety of flavours, the most popular of which features spicy braised beef or rooster as the meat of choice.
Savoro
#Food
- Savoro -or savouro- is a spicy sauce found under many names across numerous Greek islands and is traditionally served with fried fresh fish.
- It's made with high-quality olive oil, and the primary ingredients in the original recipe include vinegar, laurel, raisins, garlic, and rosemary.
- If you like seafood, you'll go crazy for this dish!
Ermou Street
#Fashion
- When you need a wardrobe makeover, here is the place to go.
- The best thing about Greece is the large variety of high-end brands available at deeply discounted costs.
- This gorgeous boulevard is lined with multinational stores like Zara, Sephora, Bershka, and Marks and Spencer and some local boutiques and shops with excellent collections. For some evening shopping therapy, go to Fokas and Attika.
- This is the best location for branded shopping.
Aeolou and Agios Markos Streets
#Fashion
- After Ermou, this is probably the second most famous shopping street in Athens, Greece. These two streets are packed with shops offering yarn, clothes, and shoes at such meagre costs that you must go.
- Consider the silk, cotton, linen, and other textiles accessible to you here.
- After shopping, head over to Agia Irini Square for a drink or two!
The Mall, Athens
#Fashion
- This is the largest and oldest shopping mall in the neighbourhood and one of the most popular in Greece.
- In the evenings, there are numerous cafes and restaurants to choose from.
- At this vast facility, you can watch movies or go window shopping.
- There are over 200 stores in the area, which is rather impressive.
- The five levels of this massive establishment house all of the leading international and Greek brands.
Aqualand
#Fun
- Also, with 49 water slides, Aqualand promises a fun day out for people of all ages and tastes, adrenaline junkies, relaxation junkies, and families! You can unwind in Aqualand's lush vegetation while enjoying the food and beverages available inside the water park when you've had your fill of our slides and games.
- The entrance ticket price includes parking, loungers and umbrellas, and access to all Aqualand attractions.
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NATURE & SAFARI
NATURE & SAFARI
NATURE & SAFARI
Corfu: Natural Beauty & Safari Adventures
- Animal enthusiasts should pay a visit to the Corfu Donkey Rescue in Paleokastritsa.
- It is one of the most popular things to do in this island section.
- It provides a haven for homeless donkeys who have been abandoned or require a safe place to spend their retirement years.
- Visitors can interact with the donkeys every day between 10 a.m. and 5 p.m. at the sanctuary, set on a beautiful plot of land with olive trees and a hilly backdrop.
- There is no admission price; however, a donation is greatly welcomed as this is a charitable organization.
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EVENTS & FIESTAS
EVENTS & FIESTAS
EVENTS & FIESTAS
Corfu Must-Attend Festivals and Events
- Easter in Corfu is a one-of-a-kind experience, incorporating aspects of the Roman Catholic and Orthodox faiths. On Holy Friday, the island's native bands and choir follow the procession of Epitaphios (Christ's tomb decked with flowers) and the marches of all churches in Corfu Town's Spianada Square.
- The preparations for Holy Saturday begin early in the morning when locals commemorate the first resurrection by hurling clay pots from their balconies in Corfu Town.
- This custom is quite typical of Easter in Corfu.
- The patron saint of Corfu is Saint Spiridon. Mythology spared the island from plague, starvation, and invasions by Saracens and Turks several times during medieval times.
- Saint Spyridon is a popular figure among Corfu locals.
- He is commemorated four times a year: on December 12th, the Sunday before Easter, the first Sunday in November, and August 11th.
- Corfu's Carnival is quite similar to Venice's Carnival, as it has its origins in the Venetian conquest of the island in the 17th century.
- There are many traditional costumes on display in Corfu Old Town and a large procession in Liston.
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