Kerkyra was founded by the Greeks in the VIII century BC. Over the long history of its existence, it has changed owners many times. The city was owned by the Roman and Byzantine Empires, the Republic of Venice, the Ottoman Turks, the French and the British. At the beginning of the XIX century, for seven years, Kerkyra was under the protectorate of the Russian Empire. Since 2007, the city center has been included in the UNESCO World Heritage List for its special architectural value.

An entertainment complex for the whole family with a huge number of water attractions. The water park has created conditions for visitors of all ages, so even the youngest children will not be bored. The infrastructure includes a number of services for people with disabilities. Aqualand is one of the largest water parks in Greece. It is located on an area of 75 thousand m2.

The Venetian fort, built in the XV-XVI centuries on the foundation of the Byzantine fortress of the VIII century. At the foot of the hill on which the fortification stands, the Church of St. George, decorated with Doric columns, is built. The temple was built already under the British in the XIX century. Many buildings of the fortress, such as the palace of the Venetian governor and some churches, have not survived to this day.

Another Venetian fortress built in the XVI century to strengthen the defensive line of Corfu. Subsequently, the construction was completed by the British and French. Neo Frurio is located at the top of St. Mark's Hill. Nowadays, some of the premises are used as offices of the seaport, the other part is open to the public. There is a small gallery on the territory of the fortress, where exhibitions are sometimes arranged.

The street was laid out in 1807-14 . Architects I. Parmesan and M. de Lesseps worked on the project. It was created in the image of the Parisian "promenades" characteristic of the French capital. Initially, access to the alley was allowed only to representatives of aristocratic families. A large number of souvenir shops, jewelry stores and cafes are concentrated on Liston Street.

One of the central squares of Kerkyra, surrounded by picturesque vegetation and historical buildings. It is located near the Paleo Frurio fortress and the main tourist promenade of Liston Street. Spianada Square is a very comfortable and cozy place for leisurely walks, which is constantly used by tourists and locals. There are taverns around the square where you can taste hearty Greek cuisine.

The palace complex was built in 1890 at the behest of the Austrian Empress Amalia Elizabeth of Bavaria. Corfu was Elizabeth's favorite vacation spot, here she often escaped from the hated and pompous Vienna. After the death of the Empress, the palace became the residence of Kaiser Wilhelm II. By his decree, the interiors were renovated. Nowadays, a museum is located on the territory of the palace.

The palace was built in 1819-24 for the British governor of the Ionian Islands. The local senate and the headquarters of the Knightly Order of St. George were located here. The complex is built in a classical style. Its facade is decorated with a long row of Ionic columns. Nowadays, the palace houses the Museum of Asian Art, which houses the extensive collection of the diplomat G. Manos, collected by him during his long travels in Asia.

A small island with the official name "Pontikonisi", located south of Corfu. There is a legend that this is the ship of Odysseus, which was turned into stone by the angry god Poseidon. The place was nicknamed "Mouse Island" because of its tiny size. The island is easy to get around on foot in a few minutes. Boats run from Corfu to Pontikonisi. Some tourists prefer to get to the place by swimming.

Orthodox monastery of the XVIII-XIX centuries, founded by the pious Tsilibaris family. Throughout the XX century, the monastery was female, after a short period of decline in 2005, by decree of the President of Greece, it was revived as male. The monastery is located on a small island next to the Mouse Island. It is connected to the mainland by a narrow isthmus. The revered icon of the Mother of God of Blachernae is kept in the monastery.

The men's monastery of the XVII century, located in the picturesque western part of Corfu. It is located on the top of a cape surrounded on three sides by the waters of the Ionian Sea. The monastery was built on the site of an old ruined monastery in 1225. The icon of Skopietiss (Paleokastritsa) and the icon of the Assumption of the Mother of God are kept within its walls. Not far from the monastery complex there is a winery, an icon museum and an olive oil production plant.

The temple is located among the historical quarters of Kerkyra, right in the heart of the Old City. Quite a lot of funds for the development of the church were donated by the Russian Empress Catherine II. The temple has always been considered one of the most luxurious in the Ionian Islands. Its interior is richly decorated with frescoes of the XVII-XVIII centuries in the Italian style. The cathedral houses the relics of Saint Spyridon, the patron saint of the island of Corfu.

Corfu was under the protectorate of Great Britain in the period 1815-64 . Since the British belong to the Anglican Church, they needed their own necropolis, which was organized almost immediately after the island came under the control of the British. The oldest graves date back to 1817. Soldiers who took part in the World Wars, as well as representatives of the British administration are buried in the British cemetery.

The structure is an important monument of the Byzantine era in Corfu. It was built at the beginning of the XIII century. Since the XIV century, the Venetian Republic owned the fortress. During the siege by the troops of the Ottoman Empire, Angelokastro withstood the onslaught, despite its small garrison. The fortress has reached our days in fairly good condition. Since 2009, the fortification has been open to the public.

Kassiopi is a small settlement in Corfu, where about 1200 people live. It is believed that settlements have existed on this site since the time of King Pyrrhus (III century BC). Kassiopi Castle was founded on the ruins of a Roman fortification in the Byzantine era. Later, the Venetians worked hard on strengthening the fortress. The structure is located on the cape. It is clearly visible from the harbor.

An incredibly picturesque place located in the north-western part of the island, near the beach of Sidari. The "Channel of Love" consists of several narrow strips of water, sandwiched between rocks and ending in small bays. This Greek "fjord" has incredibly warm water, there is a cozy sandy beach here. The place is very popular with tourists due to its beauty and expressiveness.

Sandy and pebble beach, located 23.5 km away. from the city of Corfu. It is distinguished by the fact that even on the hottest day, the water here remains relatively cold. The beach is surrounded by picturesque hills. There are beautiful coves and bays in its vicinity, which you can explore by renting a small boat. Paleokastritsa is a popular diving destination for both beginners and experienced divers.

The beach is located in the western part of Corfu. It is surrounded by hills, pine groves and citrus orchards. Most of the beach is covered with pebbles, but there is also a sandy area. The total length of Agios Gordios is about 1.5 km. A wide range of entertainment is provided for tourists. Here you can rent water equipment, do bungee jumping, go boating or paragliding.

The highest mountain on the island (906 meters above sea level). On its top there is a monastery and modern telecommunication towers. From the observation deck Pantokrator on a clear day, you can even see the distant shores of the Apennine Peninsula. There are several hiking trails for tourists, along which you can climb to the top. The ascent takes about two hours.

Equipped playground located on the rocks near the village of Pelekas. The German Kaiser Wilhelm II liked to spend his moments of rest here (hence the place got its name). A circular panorama of the surroundings opens from the site – you can see Mount Pantokrator, the coast of Albania, the western and eastern coastlines of Corfu, as well as all the beauties of the green Ropa Valley.