The frontier where East meets West, the emerald island is now accessible from Bordeaux. Renowned for its relaxed way of life since ancient times, Corfu is situated off the coast of Albania and Greece in the warm waters of the Ionian Sea. Offering fine sand beaches, villages nestled in rocky coves overlooking dazzling turquoise water and striking green landscapes, Corfu is waiting to be discovered in seclusion and at your leisure.
Praised in the Odyssey by Homer, Corfu ("Kerkira" in Greek) has always been a desirable, sought-after destination. Founded by Corinth, the island has experienced rule under the Romans and Goths and was strongly influenced by the enlightened reign of the Venetians between 1386 and 1797. Napoleon Bonaparte and the British Empire also took up residence on this strategic island which has remained under Greek ownership since the end of World War II. With the majority of the island's revenue resulting from the cultivation of olive trees, Corfu is now a major tourist destination which has managed to retain its charm and unspoilt beaches. Regarded as the greenest of the Greek islands, it possesses a wide variety of landscapes. With plains, hills dotted with olive trees, impressive coastal cliffs, white sandy beaches and villages with protected architectural heritage, Corfu is sure to seduce you as it once seduced Odysseus in the tale of the Odyssey.
What an amazing place Corfu is! The island has previously been likened to the Caribbean islands for the colour of its water, the beauty of its beaches and its amazing vegetation consisting of pine, olive, orange and palm trees. Your first port of call on arrival in the capital should be the ancient stronghold constructed by the Venetians, from where you can see the Albanian coast on a clear day. Then step into the heart of Corfu life in the esplanade district of the old town, home to the palace of Elisabeth, Empress of Austria, a neoclassical structure known as the Achilleion, situated ten kilometres from the city centre, offering a breathtaking view of Corfu's most famous sites, the island of Pontikonisi and the church of Pantocrator. The island also boasts a multitude of beaches such as Arillas, Glyfada and Gouvia, as well as coves lapped by warm turquoise water which can mainly be found along the West coast. Don't waste another moment and come and discover the friendly Mediterranean atmosphere of this well preserved island of quaint inland villages, where you can savour the local iced coffee to keep you refreshed.
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- Currency: Euro
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