Among the thousands of islands Greece has, the island of Corfu has some of the most unique and well kept secrets, but before you fall in love with the island you have to learn how to call it as Greeks do. In Greek its called Kerkyra, which is said to come from Greek mythology and the naming of the island by the god of sea, Poseidon after the beautiful nymph Korkyra. Poseidon and Korkyra had a child they called Phaiax, after whom the inhabitants of the island were named, Phaiakes.
Since then, Corfu has seen several battles and conquests. From Venician control to British rule and unification with the rest of Greece in 1864! In 2007, the city’s old town was designated for the UNESCO World Heritage List.
Located at the north western coast of Greece and the second largest island of the complex of islands called the Ionian Islands. Its beauty has been the spark of inspiration for poets, painters, writers all the way to the every day people who falls in love, relaxes on the one of a kind beaches, or lives the night live to the limits.
Everyone can find what they are looking for on Corfu. From the summer mega resorts to the village side home away from home.
The variety of cuisines is endless but once in Corfu, one must go to a local tavern/restaurant and ask for “pastitsiada” and “strapatsiada” among other local dishes.
Every year thousands of tourists visit the island via direct flights from major European cities with charters, low cost carriers and the regular scheduled flights.
This year the options to Corfu are unbeatable. If you act fast, one can come to Corfu from London with just 7 Euro. This offer is valid till April 11, 2011.
What are you waiting for – you can’t get better!
