Explore one of the greenest islands in Greece. Due to its close proximity to Europe, Corfu is regarded as one of the first islands that opened to tourism. When exploring the island during the hot summer months of July and August, due remember to protect yourself from the extremely torturous sun. It does get really hot and you definitely feel the heat mixed with high humidity. Make sure you have proper shoes or comfortable and sturdy sandals as some areas have uneven rock formation or some may even be damp and slippery. Always put on sun-block and maybe even use an umbrella if necessary. In some areas, you will need mosquito repellant because you will be bit during the day, yes it is annoying but luckily there are no sand flies on the island. Water is essential as you are sure to dehydrate rather quickly, even at night. Always keep exchanged cash with you as some destinations require an small entrance fee.
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Gardiki Castle 13th Century Byzantine Castle located on the southwestern coast. |
Gardiki Castle 13th Century Byzantine Castle located on the southwestern coast. |
Old Perithia, one of the islands oldest suspended in time village located in the northeast. |
Old Perithia, one of the islands oldest suspended in time village located in the northeast. |
Old Perithia, one of the islands oldest suspended in time village located in the northeast. |
Old Perithia |
Old Perithia |
Old Perithia |
Old Perithia |
Old Perithia |
Donkey in Old Perithia |
Cape Drastis north Corfu. Ideal hiking trail offering natural landscaping beauty. |
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Waterfalls of Nymfes located just outside the village of Nymfes in the north. |
Waterfalls of Nymfes located just outside the village of Nymfes in the north. |
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Old Fortress located in the Corfu center. 6 Euro entrance fee and opened daily from 9am-4pm.
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Information inside the Old Fortress |
Stone paved steps leading up to Angelokastro |
View from the top of Angelokastro |
Stunning tree and directly behind a out of site church of Agia Kyriaki atop Angelokastro |
View from the cliff of Angelokastro |
Battlements at Angelokastro |
The church of Archangel Michael atop Angelokastro with graves in the foreground |
Stroll through the large traditional village of Karousades |
Agios Ioannis Monastery overlooking Sidari |
Main entry into the New Fortress in Corfu Town |
Kassiopi Castle overseeing the fishing village and harbour of Kassiopi |
Main entry for church in center Kassiopi |
Rugged pathway into Loutses cave |
Amazing rock formation above Loutses cave |
Darkness inside Loutses cave |
Loutses cave |
Colorful scenery surrounding Loutses cave |
Hiking or walking up windy roads usually offers rewarding views |
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Cats everywhere |