Corfu is the common name for the Greek island of Kerkyra. It is the most beautiful in the Ionian Sea. Lush vegetation, magnificent beaches and developed infrastructure attract many tourists there. At the same time, Greek settlements remained high in the mountains, almost untouched by civilization.
What sights of Corfu should you see? Most often, tourists come here because of the beautiful beaches. Most of the holiday destinations are on the east coast of the island. They are great for families and for nature lovers. Sandy beaches, secluded bays, comfortable hotels attract tourists here. One of the most popular beaches is located in the town of Sidari in the north of the island. It is called the "Canal of Love" and attracts tourists not only with the legend of lovers, but also with magnificent scenery, warm water and the absence of waves.
The sights of Corfu are notonly beaches. Many tourists go there to see historical monuments. Stormy life flowed in these places many hundreds of years ago. Different peoples and countries tried to conquer the island, the power changed there many times. And everyone left monuments of their culture there. Only in the capital you can see the Old and New Sea Fortress, Esplanade Square, Liston Street, the Museum of Asian Art, Mon Repos Palace and many other attractions of the island of Corfu. The city is interesting not only for its historical monuments, but also for many cathedrals, monasteries and churches. Many pilgrims go to bow to the Cathedral of the Virgin Spiliotissa and the Church of St. Spyridon, the patron saint of the island. It is also interesting to look at the unusual church of St. George, which was built in the Doric style, and the most beautiful church since the Byzantine era - Saints Jason and Sosipater.
A place that has preserved many magnificent monuments of antiquity is Greece, the island of Corfu. Its map is full of ancient names that attract tourists. This is the small island of Pontikonisi, about which many legends are told, for example, that this is the ship of Odysseus, which Poseidon turned into a piece of land. Achillion Palace is very beautiful, surrounded by a beautiful park. And not far from the capital is the resort of Paleokastritsa with very picturesque nature and the ancient monastery of the Virgin Mary. Next to it is the fortress of Angelokastro or, in other words, Angel's castle.
The sights of Corfu are also modern leisure. Tourists are waiting for comfortablehotels, swimming pools, delicious food and a variety of entertainment. If you come to Corfu with children, then you should visit the water park. This is a whole town of attractions, where there are small gazebos for kids, and a huge pool, and twisting slides, and even a jacuzzi. In addition, the mild climate of Corfu is ideal for families with children.
And for those who love modern comfortable rest, and those who prefer solitude and enjoying the views of nature, the island of Corfu (Greece) is suitable for relaxation. Its sights will allow you not only to enjoy your vacation, but also to spend time with benefit.
