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Agios Gordios

Agios Gordios is a holiday resort village situated 5 km off the west coast of Corfu island. Besides the beautiful landscapes, one of the striking features here is that it is bordered by Ortholithi, which is a huge rock emerging from the sea. Agios Gordios is a rather noisy and busy beach yet an ideal summer vacation destination. It stretches across 1 km, its southern end being sandy, whereas its northern end is pebbly. The beach houses a hotel with the same name and a pink palace, sunbeds, umbrellas, and watersports for tourists. Some of the fun water activities here are banana rides, peddle boats, motor boats, and canoes available at the beach. Agios took its name from a church located at the center of the beach. Read More

Agios Spiridon is a small beach in Paleokastritsa famous for its serene atmosphere and crystal clear water body surrounded by greenery. This sandy beach offers hiking, swimming, sunbathing, and birdwatching and is dominated largely by Mount Pantokrator. The beach was named after the protector of Corfu Island, Saint Spyridon. The beach has facilities and amenities, including sun loungers, umbrellas, showers, toilets, and several tavernas and cafes. There is another lake called Antinioti Lagoon, rich with flora and fauna, along with a small island Petsapou. The local markets, churches, cafes, and restaurant facilities of the nearby towns like Acharavi and Kassiopi provide the beach with necessities. Read More

Located on top of a rock 305 m above sea level, Angelokastro is one of Greece's most important Byzantine castles. There is only one way to reach the castle, by climbing a set of stairs. The castle offers beautiful panoramic views of the northern parts of the island and the bays of Paleokastritsa village. It is one of the oldest castles in Greece and has been there since the 7th century. The inner part of the castle contains an acropolis, garrison and graves, a church devoted to Archangel Michael at the highest point of the citadel, and the ruins of a tower. There is a path that leads to the foundations of the Agios Ioannis church and is truly historic and mesmerizing. There's also an ancient church present. At the bottom of this castle are a cafeteria and a souvenir shop. Read More

Situated just 3 km south of Paxos is a Greek Island named Antipaxos, also sometimes known as Antipaxi. The island has three main beaches named Vrika, Mesovrika, and Voutoumi, and a harbour called Agrapidia. It is famous for its beautiful beaches situated on its northern end and the best snorkelling. Its southern end is rather quiet and has beautiful coves. Paxos and Antipaxos islands share the same Greek mythology that Poseidon created the island by striking Corfu with his trident. Antipaxos is a small islet with no sight of modern living. Read More

The Archaeological Museum of Corfu houses findings dating from the 7th century BC to the 2nd century AD and was further expanded in 1994 to display finds from the ancient Citadel of Corfu. Its main exhibits include a collection from excavation sites of Cassiope, Thesprotia, Cenotaph of Menekrates, the Lion of Menecrates, Gorgon pediment from the Artemis Temple, the marble torso of Apollo, ancient coins, bronze, golden statues, and so on.

Canal d'Amour

Canal d'Amour, also known as Channel of Love, is believed to be a beach for true lovers who wish to stay together forever. There are sculpted sandstone rocks that rise up on both sides, forming an inlet bay of the canal. This structure was carved by nature with the force of the sea and the wind over many centuries. The rock formations can especially be seen well from a boat. It is also the perfect spot for diving and water sports. It is located about 20 miles away from the main town and is very picturesque to look at. There are small beaches and plenty of shops and restaurants around. Visitors can discover different sea caves while swimming and diving in clear water. It also has detoxifying and healing properties because of the proportion of clay available as rich deposits in the area. Read More

With its natural formations, beautiful landscapes, scattered islets, and transparent blue waters, Cape Drastis is undoubtedly a work of art. The cape is one of the most impressive places on Corfu island. Unhindered by human intervention, Drastis houses several beaches and small islets for tourists to sunbathe and relax. Access the beaches here via the sea or watch the cape from above. It should be known that the cape lacks tourist infrastructure. The nearest snack bar that tourists can find is Lagos Beach, which is 2 km away. Read More

The Greek Coastline and the Ionian Sea are filled with stunning cliffs, picturesque islands, hidden sea caves, pristine beaches, and tranquil coves. Thus, exploring the surrounding sea and the islands with Corfu Boat trips is a must. A private sailboat cruise entails amazing views of the Old Town of Corfu, the Old Fortress, Garitsa Bay, etc. Along the way, you can also enjoy snorkeling, a refreshing swim at the beach, or Greek cuisine on any of the islands. Read More

Corfu Museum of Asian Art is an artful and historic place in the Palace of St. Michael and St. George. Collections date back to 1200 BC to the 10th century and include about 15,000 works of Asian Art. The collections are divided into four main art collections: Chinese, Japanese, Central Asian, and Southeast Asian. Every collection is unique, including artifacts and religious figurines from India, Japan, China, Tibet, Nepal, and other Asian countries. It was founded in 1928 and was then known as the Museum of Sino-Japanese Art. It is one of the most monumental architectural landmarks and provides a deep insight into thousands of years of Asian Art. There are Chinese ceramics, handmade rugs, ancient coins and jewellery dating back to the 19th century, nomadic textiles, Hindu religious carvings, Japanese Shakaru art, and rare Samurai armour. The history of important religions like Hinduism, Buddhism and others can be traced in these handcrafted pieces. Read More

With a long-standing history and cultural prowess, Corfu Old Town has several places of interest, making it an absolute must-visit. Some of these include the Old and New fortress, the churches, the Campillo (the medieval heart of Corfu Town ), the Spianada, Liston promenade-piazza, the Spianada park, and the Nobile Teatro di San Giacomo. Positioned at a strategic location, the town has its roots in the 8th century BC and the Byzantine period. It has an influence of multi-layered history, cultural heritage, and a mix of different people, including the Venetians, French, British, and Greeks. The town nestles three forts designed by Venetian engineers built to guard against the Ottoman Empire. Under British rule, the forts were repaired and partly rebuilt several times. Today, the fortifications and neoclassical housing stock are notable for their architectural features, which are a juxtaposition of Venetian rule and 19th-century British rule. Venetians stayed in the town for over 200 years bringing forth their architectural prowess and commercial know-how, wherein the town exceedingly prospered. Read More