Corfu Landmarks!

Corfu is one of the most impressive and popular holiday destinations in the world. The reason for this is the ample sites tourists have the chance to visit. The island overflows with stunning natural beauty, extensive sandy beaches and rich historic heritage!

First on the list is Corfu’s beaches! One of our all-time-favourites is Gouvia Beach. Gouvia Beach is characterised for its sandy and pebbled beach. On the beach you will also encounter coves which are ideal for exploration. This is also the ideal location to take up some water sports such as paragliding, diving, water skiing and much more! You also have the chance to go horseback riding and explore the surrounding area which is packed with olive and citrus trees. Just imagine the landscape; the combination of the trees with the sandy beach is heavenly and breathtaking!

Located on the north part of the Kato Plateia (Lower Square), the Palaia Anaktora (Royal Palaces) consists of an extensive complex of Roman palaces that are surrounded by Venetian Forts. The palaces used to be home the past elite society including British Governors and Kings of Greece. Today, the Palaia Anaktora is frequently visited by tourists to marvel at their impressive architecture and the art works that are displayed in the enormous halls and corridors. The Royal Gardens that surround the palaces are a sight for sore eyes! They are packed with strikingly beautiful plants, filled with colourful flowers! The extensive gardens are ideal for a stroll within nature while overlooking the breathtaking scenery of the island’s coastline!

is considered as one of the most popular landmarks on the island. It is the second largest square in the Balkans that hosts annual international cricket tournaments where people from all over the world come to compete or watch. The park is visited regularly by locals and tourists alike since it is the ideal place for children to play, have a coffee at a nearby cafe or just laze around and read while relaxing within nature. The famous square is found between the Old Castle and the centre of the city. Its name originates from the Italian word ‘spianare’ which means to flatten. This is because during the Venetian rule, the area used to be a fortification and thus it was essential that the land between the castle and city remain barren. Today the square is buzzing with life where locals and visitors enjoy a stroll through the shops, sitting in cafes and the ideal area where social and cultural events are held.

There you go friends! Sta tuned for more information on Corfu next month!