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You’ll see the glorious past of the island reflected in its imposing palaces, noble mansions, beautiful museums, and charming squares. Simple it may be, but there’s something special about a Greek salad that’s been made in Greece. Taste locally grown cucumber, olives and tomatoes, topped with the Greek favourite, crumbly feta. Angelokastro. is a hilltop Byzantine castle near Paleokastritsa with excellent views over the north-east coast.

The name Corfu is an Italian corruption of the Greek koryphai (“crests”) and is often a more familiar moniker to visitors than the Modern Greek name. According to legend, the island was Scheria, home of the Phaeacians in Homeric epic. A Corinthian colony established about 734 bce supplanted a settlement of Eretrians from Euboea. Proudly independent and even hostile to its mother city of Corinth, the new colony was reduced (c. 600 bce) by the Corinthian tyrant Periander, but later it regained independence and devoted itself to commerce. Corfu took no active part in the Persian invasion (480 bce) of Greece, but in 435 it sought the assistance of Athens in a quarrel with Corinth, a request that became a primary cause of the Peloponnesian War. Corfu quit the war in 410, but a new alliance with Athens (375) resulted in hostilities with Sparta. Be sure to enjoy some chill-out time before the sun goes down, because the party really gets started after-dark. Zante’s nightlife is famous for its banging beats, friendly atmosphere, and up-until-dawn fun that is bound to get you on your feet and dancing! Tsilivi and Laganas each have a unique tempo, with a dash of Greek charm thrown into the mix of pubs, bars, restaurants, and clubs. Laganas is a 24-hour party playground with a neon entourage and a blend of revellers from all over Europe. Tsilivi has an upbeat vibe thanks to its stream of karaoke spots, shops, and tavernas.With a couple of discos and bars dotted around the harbour and trendier parts of town, Kassiopi offers an exciting and steady nightlife. It has some for those who enjoy a quiet drink as well as those who want to party until the sun comes up. The resort boasts an annual wine festival, which sees a healthy turnout from tourists and locals alike, so head here if you fancy finding a new favourite wine. With live music and Greek dancing, this is a great chance to mingle and get involved in the local culture. Moving away from Corfu Town, you’ll discover picturesque seaside villages, tiny verdant islets, luxurious resorts, and wild natural landscapes. It’s amazing how the different sides of this idyllic island coexist in harmony! There’s not too much choice in Corfu Town though, compared to the rest of the island. Many who enjoy being close to the delights of the city stay in one of the coastal suburbs slightly further out – Benitses, Kanoni, Perama, Gouvia– and make use of the bus service. Food and Drink in Corfu Town

Nearby is the Monastery of Paleokastritsa, which has views over the village and houses the remains of a giant whale. It does get busy with tour buses in summer. Corfu ( / k ɔːr ˈ f( j) uː/ kor- FEW, -⁠ FOO, US also / ˈ k ɔːr f( j) uː/ KOR-few, -⁠foo) or Kerkyra ( Greek: Κέρκυρα, romanized: Kérkyra, pronounced [ˈcercira] ⓘ) [a] is a Greek island in the Ionian Sea, of the Ionian Islands, [1] and, including its small satellite islands, forms the margin of the northwestern frontier of Greece. [2] The island is part of the Corfu regional unit, and is administered by three municipalities with the islands of Othonoi, Ereikoussa, and Mathraki. [3] The principal city of the island (pop. 32,095) is also named Corfu. [4] Corfu is home to the Ionian University. Halikounas. If you prefer wide and wild unorganised natural beaches then head for Halikounas which edges Lake Korission in the south-west. Jamaica Holidays | Jersey Holidays | Kefalonia Holidays | Kos Holidays | Lake Garda Holidays | Lanzarote Holidays | Las Vegas Holidays | Madeira Holidays | Magaluf Holidays | Majorca Holidays | Maldives Holidays | Malta Holidays | Mauritius Holidays | Menorca Holidays | Mexico Holidays | Morocco Holidays | Mykonos Holidays Porto Timoni. Also known as Afionas, this photogenic landmark is a narrow strip of land with a beach on either side. It’s hikeable from the wide sandy bay at Agios Georgios.In 2007, the city's old town was added to the UNESCO World Heritage List, following a recommendation by ICOMOS. [8] [9] [10] The 1994 European Union summit was held in Corfu. [11] The island is a popular tourist destination. [12] [13] Name [ edit ] If you feel like taking an excursion, take a trip to the Castle of the Knights and learn about the island’s exciting history. Located in a corner of the Old Town, these impressive ruins will give kids an insight into how leaders of the past lived. Hike to Kaiser’s Throne: A German emperor used to enjoy 360° views of the island from this hilltop throne in Pelekas. Today, anyone can visit the throne and soak up the panoramic vistas, especially at sunset! Visit the Mavroudis Olive Oil Museum: Learn about the history of olive oil extraction from the 16th century. Then, indulge in olive oil tastings, complete with local bread and olives.