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Corfu (town)
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It is the capital of the island of the same name and a busy port. The town (also called Kérkyra) is notable for its beautiful historic centre, a UNESCO World Heritage site featuring the Citadel, several churches, and the archaeological museum.
Overview of Corfu Town
It is the capital of the island of the same name and a busy port. The town (also called Kérkyra) is notable for its beautiful historic centre, which is a UNESCO World Heritage site, featuring the Citadel, several churches, and the archaeological museum.
Key facts
- Type de lieu: small town.
- Intérêt touristique: (recommended).
- Localisation:
- Distances:
- Heure locale: .
- Population: 39,674 inhabitants (2011).
- Superficie: 41.9 km².
- Altitude: sea level.
- Site internet: http://www.corfuvisit.net/
History of Corfu Town
What to see and do
Citadel
Perched on a peninsula, this beautiful citadel (divided into two parts) was fortified by the Byzantines (the Old Fort) and later by the Venetians (the New Fort).
Perched on a peninsula, this beautiful citadel (divided into two parts) was fortified by the Byzantines (the Old Fort) and later by the Venetians (the New Fort).
Old Town of Corfu
The blend of Venetian architecture with various other styles gives the fortified historic centre of Corfu Town a distinct charm, earning it a UNESCO listing.
The blend of Venetian architecture with various other styles gives the fortified historic centre of Corfu Town a distinct charm, earning it a UNESCO listing.
Museums
Archaeological Museum
Recently refurbished, the museum houses an extensive collection of excavations that tell the story of the islands' society and daily life in antiquity.
Recently refurbished, the museum houses an extensive collection of excavations that tell the story of the islands' society and daily life in antiquity.
Museum of Asian Art
Housed in the former neoclassical residence of the British governors of the island, the museum displays a thousand objects from China, Tibet, Japan, and Southeast Asia.
Housed in the former neoclassical residence of the British governors of the island, the museum displays a thousand objects from China, Tibet, Japan, and Southeast Asia.
Antivouniotissa Byzantine Art Museum
The 15th-century Antivouniotissa church has been converted into a museum. It houses a collection of Greek Orthodox icons and paintings created between the 15th and 18th centuries.
The 15th-century Antivouniotissa church has been converted into a museum. It houses a collection of Greek Orthodox icons and paintings created between the 15th and 18th centuries.
Mon Repos Archaeological Park
On the outskirts of the city, the gardens of this beautiful villa, owned by the Greek royal family and the birthplace of Prince Philip in 1921, house the remains of an ancient city.
On the outskirts of the city, the gardens of this beautiful villa, owned by the Greek royal family and the birthplace of Prince Philip in 1921, house the remains of an ancient city.
Climate and weather
The town has a Mediterranean climate with sunny, hot, and dry summers. Winters are mild and accompanied by occasional heavy rainfall. Temperatures rarely drop below 10°C in winter or rise above 30°C in summer. In terms of climate (and even visitor numbers), the best time to visit is spring or early autumn.
Sea temperature throughout the year
| Jan. | Feb. | Mar. | Apr. | May | Jun. | Jul. | Aug. | Sep. | Oct. | Nov. | Dec. | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Corfu | 14 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 17 | 21 | 24 | 25 | 23 | 21 | 17 | 15 |
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Citadel (Corfu)
★★ Perched on a peninsula, this beautiful citadel (divided into two parts) was fortified by the Byzantines (the Old Fort) and later by the…
Archaeological Museum (Corfu)
★★ Recently refurbished, the museum houses an extensive collection of excavations that tell the story of the islands' society and daily life…
Old Town of Corfu
★★ The blend of Venetian architecture with various other styles gives the fortified historic centre of Corfu Town a distinct charm, earning it…
Asian Art Museum (Corfu)
★ Housed in the former neoclassical residence of the British governors of the island, the museum displays a thousand objects from China…
Antivouniotissa Byzantine Art Museum
★ The 15th-century Antivouniotissa church has been converted into a museum. It houses a collection of Greek Orthodox icons and paintings…
Mon Repos Archaeological Park
★ On the outskirts of the city, the gardens of this beautiful villa, owned by the Greek royal family and the birthplace of Prince Philip in…