The
Island of Corfu experiences friendly weather conditions at most
times of the year and coupled with its beaches, resorts and natural
beauty, makes it one of the most visited of the Greek Islands.
Corfu is part of a group of islands on the Ionian Sea. Other islands
are; Paxi, Lefkada, Ithaki, Kefallonia, Kythira and Zakynthos.
Corfu International Airport:
One of the Country’s international airports, the Corfu
Airport handles a number of Charter flights and mainly domestic
flights from other Greek Cities. Olympic Airlines conducts
regular flights from the Athens airport.
Tourism in Corfu:
Corfu enjoys a healthy tourism industry with peak arrivals during
summer. The island offers; beaches, resorts, nightclubs, museums,
churches and a variety of recreation facilities. Popular beaches
in Corfu are; Kanoni, Palikastritsa, Agios Stefanos, Barbati,
Ermones, Agios Georgios, Agios Gordis, Roda and Kalami. Here
you can enjoy a number of activities such as; beach volleyball,
diving, sailing and windsurfing.
Archeological Museum of Corfu: Opened in 1965, this museum houses
a permanent collection of various archaeological items found
on the island.
The Bynzatine Museum: this museum is situated within the “Church
of the Blessed Virgin Antivouniotissa”. The Museum features
a collection of religious arts, craft and silverware.
The Museum of Asian Art: situated on the 1st floor of the Palace
of St Michael & St George, this museum features an extensive
collection of arts and craft from Japan, China and a number
of Asian countries.