Corfu Island
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Corfu is one of the largest islands in Greece, it has unique natural beauty and a rich flora that can not be found equivalent in any other Greek island.
The old town of Corfu is itself a world heritage site and is included in the list of Unesco. Corfu, apart from its unique beaches, is also famous for its many sights. It has unique historical and religious sites such as the church and the relics of Saint-Spiridon-the Keeper of the City, fortresses, Achilleion, Liston, the Spianada Square (one of the largest in Europe), Cannon, Mon Repo, Pontikonisi , many museums and, of course, the unique alleyways (Kantounia). Easter in Corfu is a unique experience for visitors, with many events. Highlight of these is the Holy Saturday’s morning with the breaking of the Boots (pitchers) and the participation of a plethora of philharmonic bands. (Archaeological Museum, Asiatic Museum, Kapodistrias Museum, Banknote Museum, Olive Museum, Marine Museum). |
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