Corfu Old Town
The Old Town of Corfu, is located in a strategic position at the entrance of the Adriatic Sea, and has its roots in the 8th century BC. The three forts of the town, designed by renowned Venetian engineers, were used for four centuries to defend the maritime trading interests of the Republic of Venice against the Ottoman Empire.
The mainly neoclassical housing stock of the Old Town is partly from the Venetian period, partly of later construction, notably the 19th century. As a fortified Mediterranean port, Corfu’s urban and port ensemble is notable for its high level of integrity and authenticity.
Old Fortress of Corfu
The Old Fortress of Corfu is one of the most impressive fortification works in Europe. It is the first thing to see as the ferry approaches Corfu. It stands on the eastern side of the town, on a rocky peninsula that gets into the sea. This fortress is called Old in contrast to the New Fortress (of Saint Mark), that was also built to protect the town from enemies and pirates.
This fortress was constructed by the Venetians in the 15th century on the site of a former Byzantine castle. The fortress was connected to the land by a movable, wooden bridge. In 1819, the British replaced this bridge with the present stable pathway, which is 60 m long and stands 15 m above the fosse, locally known as contafossa.
Mon Repos Corfu
Mon Repos Palace is situated on top of Analipsis hill, near Kanoni area, in the middle of a beautiful setting full of greenery. It was built in 1826 by the British Commissioner Frederic Adams as a gift to his Corfiot wife, Nina Palatianou.
It is a small but very beautiful palace with colonial architectural elements. Later on, the palace became the summer residence of all British governors of Corfu and when the Ionian Islands were united to Greece, in 1864, it was given as a gift to King George I of Greece.
Vlacherna & Mouse Island Corfu
The location of Kanoni with the church of Panagia Vlacherna below and the Mouse Island (Pontikonissi) are the most famous and photographed spots of Corfu. A narrow 300m passage way connects the island with the church of Panagia Vlacherna. Constructed in the 17th century, this lovely chapel has an impressive wooden-carved iconostasis and beautiful frescoes inside. The roof has red tiles and above the gate entrance there is a tall bell tower.
Behind the Vlacherna church you can see the Mouse Island. This lush green island took this name due to its tiny size. According to mythology, this rocky island is the ship of Ulysses that was stoned by god Poseidon. In the centre of the Mouse Island, there is the 13th century church of Pantokrator.
This church celebrates on August 6th with a large religious panigiri for Corfu.
Vido Island Corfu
The small, wooded isle of Vido lies just half a mile from Corfu Town’s Old Port, allowing you to glimpse the historical buildings of the Old Town and St. Spiridon’s church, framed by pine trees and clear blue sea. Known in ancient times as the Island of Hera, sister of Zeus and goddess of marriage, the seemingly tranquil paradise of Vido has lived through much history.
Under Venetian rule, which dominated Corfu Greece from the 15th century to the early 18th century, tunnels were built linking Vido with the main island. Criminals were tried at the Old Fortress in Corfu Town, and then transported through the tunnels to Vido island , which was once Corfu’s ‘Alcatraz’.
Agni Beach Corfu
Agni bay is located 30 km from the main town of Corfu and 11 km of Kassiopi. The petite bay consists of shiny pebbles and a few patches of sand. Wild vegetation and pebbles encircle the beach. The bay has jetties which have been built with the primary motive of offering anchor to the boats that ply from here.
The scenic beauty of Agni offers visitors tranquil moments. In close distance from the beach there are three taverns serving famous Corfiot dishes and delicious seafood delicacies.
Prospero’s Corfu
‘Prospero’s Cell’ Corfu, is the chapel mentioned by Laurence Darrell which is located near Agni beach. Below is a small underwater cave for the more adventurous snorkelers and swimmers. That place is excellent for snorkeling tours.
Kassiopi Corfu
The town is said to have been founded during the reign of Pyrrhus, King of Epirus in the 3rd Century BC, as a supply post during his war with Rome. After the Roman conquest of the island in 230 BC, many Emperors visited, most prominently Emperor Nero, who came to a Temple to Zeus here.
Much of a small headland to the north of the resort is taken up by a Byzantine fortress. The fortress was subsequently fortified further by the Venetians, and survived sieges from the Ottoman Turks in the 16th century. Today parts of the fortress's walls can be seen from the coastal road around the headland.
The Old Town of Corfu, is located in a strategic position at the entrance of the Adriatic Sea, and has its roots in the 8th century BC. The three forts of the town, designed by renowned Venetian engineers, were used for four centuries to defend the maritime trading interests of the Republic of Venice against the Ottoman Empire.
The mainly neoclassical housing stock of the Old Town is partly from the Venetian period, partly of later construction, notably the 19th century. As a fortified Mediterranean port, Corfu’s urban and port ensemble is notable for its high level of integrity and authenticity.
Old Fortress of Corfu
The Old Fortress of Corfu is one of the most impressive fortification works in Europe. It is the first thing to see as the ferry approaches Corfu. It stands on the eastern side of the town, on a rocky peninsula that gets into the sea. This fortress is called Old in contrast to the New Fortress (of Saint Mark), that was also built to protect the town from enemies and pirates.
This fortress was constructed by the Venetians in the 15th century on the site of a former Byzantine castle. The fortress was connected to the land by a movable, wooden bridge. In 1819, the British replaced this bridge with the present stable pathway, which is 60 m long and stands 15 m above the fosse, locally known as contafossa.
Mon Repos Corfu
Mon Repos Palace is situated on top of Analipsis hill, near Kanoni area, in the middle of a beautiful setting full of greenery. It was built in 1826 by the British Commissioner Frederic Adams as a gift to his Corfiot wife, Nina Palatianou.
It is a small but very beautiful palace with colonial architectural elements. Later on, the palace became the summer residence of all British governors of Corfu and when the Ionian Islands were united to Greece, in 1864, it was given as a gift to King George I of Greece.
Vlacherna & Mouse Island Corfu
The location of Kanoni with the church of Panagia Vlacherna below and the Mouse Island (Pontikonissi) are the most famous and photographed spots of Corfu. A narrow 300m passage way connects the island with the church of Panagia Vlacherna. Constructed in the 17th century, this lovely chapel has an impressive wooden-carved iconostasis and beautiful frescoes inside. The roof has red tiles and above the gate entrance there is a tall bell tower.
Behind the Vlacherna church you can see the Mouse Island. This lush green island took this name due to its tiny size. According to mythology, this rocky island is the ship of Ulysses that was stoned by god Poseidon. In the centre of the Mouse Island, there is the 13th century church of Pantokrator.
This church celebrates on August 6th with a large religious panigiri for Corfu.
Vido Island Corfu
The small, wooded isle of Vido lies just half a mile from Corfu Town’s Old Port, allowing you to glimpse the historical buildings of the Old Town and St. Spiridon’s church, framed by pine trees and clear blue sea. Known in ancient times as the Island of Hera, sister of Zeus and goddess of marriage, the seemingly tranquil paradise of Vido has lived through much history.
Under Venetian rule, which dominated Corfu Greece from the 15th century to the early 18th century, tunnels were built linking Vido with the main island. Criminals were tried at the Old Fortress in Corfu Town, and then transported through the tunnels to Vido island , which was once Corfu’s ‘Alcatraz’.
Agni Beach Corfu
Agni bay is located 30 km from the main town of Corfu and 11 km of Kassiopi. The petite bay consists of shiny pebbles and a few patches of sand. Wild vegetation and pebbles encircle the beach. The bay has jetties which have been built with the primary motive of offering anchor to the boats that ply from here.
The scenic beauty of Agni offers visitors tranquil moments. In close distance from the beach there are three taverns serving famous Corfiot dishes and delicious seafood delicacies.
Prospero’s Corfu
‘Prospero’s Cell’ Corfu, is the chapel mentioned by Laurence Darrell which is located near Agni beach. Below is a small underwater cave for the more adventurous snorkelers and swimmers. That place is excellent for snorkeling tours.
Kassiopi Corfu
The town is said to have been founded during the reign of Pyrrhus, King of Epirus in the 3rd Century BC, as a supply post during his war with Rome. After the Roman conquest of the island in 230 BC, many Emperors visited, most prominently Emperor Nero, who came to a Temple to Zeus here.
Much of a small headland to the north of the resort is taken up by a Byzantine fortress. The fortress was subsequently fortified further by the Venetians, and survived sieges from the Ottoman Turks in the 16th century. Today parts of the fortress's walls can be seen from the coastal road around the headland.
