Corfu miniguide
Corfu (Corfu), which is the northernmost of the Ionian islands, is one of the most popular tourist destinations in Greece .It is located close to the mainland - just outside the border between Greece and Albania - and has an area of 260 km2.The total population is approx. 120,000 - of which around 40,000 live in the capital city of Corfu, situated in the middle of the island's east coast. It is also the administrative center of the district (prefecture) Corfu.
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Like so many of the Greek islands, Corfu is dominated by mountains (highest peak: 906 m). Along the coast, however, stretches of many great beaches, good harbors and picturesque villages - which of course seems appealing to many tourists.
Corfu has a long and turbulent history, and there are so many preserved castles and fortifications on the island. Two of the most visited castles are around Corfu town - both from the Middle Ages: Palaio Frourio (which is the oldest) and Neo Frourio. Within the fortifications is the "Old City" - where there is a particularly stunning Venetian architecture. The whole "Old Town" is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Other places in Corfu is a popular architectural attractions - including the stately palace Achilleion 1890's, approx. 7 km south of Corfu town.
Airport Corfu International Airport, "Ioannis Kapodistrias" , located 3 km south of the capital
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