The Byzantines, Venetians, French, British and Russians all ruled over Corfu, giving this stellar island in the Ionian Sea a unique history that can be felt everywhere in the Old Town which has, in its entirety, been declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site. You can see it in the architecture of the buildings located between […]
The Old Fortress of Corfu is one of the most impressive fortification projects in Europe and the jewel of the island. It is the first place to capture your eyesight, as the ferry approaches Corfu. It stands on the eastern side of the town, on a rocky peninsula that spreads into the sea. This fortress
The Fortress of Saint Mark in Corfu, known as the New Fortress, was built by the Venetians and is strategically located in close proximity to the Old Harbor of town. It took a rather long time to be built (from 1576 to 1645). Construction of this impregnable fortress was completed soon after the infamous Turkish
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The Museum of Asian Art in Corfu is the only museum of its kind in Greece. The exhibits include thousands of donated artifacts and items from China, Japan, India, Pakistan, Korea, Siam, Tibet, Nepal, Cambodia and Thailand. Among the items displayed, you will find Samurai armor and weapons, masks of the No theatre, pieces of
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The church of Saint Spyridon was initially built in the Sarocco square at Corfu Town. However, in 1590 it was erected in its present location, which is in the heart of the old town of Corfu. The architecture of the church is a typical paradigm of the Venetian architecture that dominates all over the Old
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The village of Sidari is located 28 km away from Gouvia. In the village, one can find a variety of shops, local tavernas and pubs as the area also serves as a nightlife spot. Nearby to the west, the famous Channel of Love (known as Canal d’ Amour) can be found; an idyllic area with
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Rovinia is a stunning beach located near Liapades village and in the wider area of Paleokastritsa. It is situated 13 km away from Gouvia and it is accessible by either a car, or through a hiking path from Liapades. Rovinia stands out for its unique natural beauty that attracts many visitors, who want to relax
Below the mountain of Pantokrator lies the picturesque summer resort of Roda, 28 km north of Gouvia. Visitors will surely admire its authenticity with the pubs and the local tavernas as well as its friendly environment. In the village of Roda, one will be able to find all the necessary shops while the beautiful sandy
The picturesque and authentic village of Pelekas is situated 11 km away from Gouvia. It is located on the top of one of the most beautiful hills of the island, offering breathtaking panoramic views. The small village is where you will find a decent variety of restaurants. From the small hill known as the Kaiser’s
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Paleokastritsa is unarguably one of the most famous and most beautiful areas of the island. It is situated on the northwest coast of Corfu, 14 km away from Gouvia. The resort is hilly and nestles beneath the folds of steep verdant slopes, olive groves and citrus orchards. At the northern most promontory (Agios Spyridon), lies
