Corfu is a unique island and all this is something that anyone who feels everyone that visits it. The long periods of time during which it was under the Venice occupation has left its stamp on the cultural heritage. Apart from the magnificent architecture and artifacts though, Corfu is known for its amazing natural beauty. The most known place – which is nowadays a trademark of Corfu – is Pontikonisi, a small green island near to Corfu town. Another great reason to go to Corfu is the great hospitality that the locals offer to everyone. Whether you decide to stay in one of
Corfu hotels or find one of
Corfu apartments to rent, you will find yourself enjoying a unique experience as everyone will give their best to make you feel at home.
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| View of the majestic island of Pontikonisi |
Pontikonisi is the main attraction of the island. During touristic seasons you can easily find a small boat to transfer you there, as there are people doing this route multiple times per day. Once you are there you can admire the church of Pantokrator. What is special about this church is that it has been built about 1,000 years ago, during the Byzantine era of the island. The name of the island means “mouse island” in Greek and there are two different stories of how it got this name. The first onw says that it got it from its shape, which reminds a mouse. The second and more likeable is that it got the name from the fact that it is so small. The fact of it being so small gave it also a special spot in ancient Greek legends. According to Homer, Odysseus’s last stop was Corfu; the local myth continued that this was the boat of Odysseus which Poseidon decided to turn into stone during the storm. Last but not least, in case you will find yourself in Corfu during the first days of August, try to arrange the trip to Pontikonisi at 6th of August. During this day it is special celebration and it’s the only day of the year that you will get to admire the inside of the church.
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| A closer look of Pontikonisi |
Regarding your stay on the island, there are several Corfu apartments for rent, as well as Corfu hotels form which you can choose. In general, the locals have a great reputation about their hospitality and you will definitely feel welcomed.
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| Room in Hotel Atlantis in Corfu with magnificent sea view |
Among the rest of the hotels, the one that stands is the
Atlantis hotel in Corfu. The location of the hotel can be considered as ideal as it is only few minutes away from both the port and the old town. On the same time it offers every comfort that a modern hotel can provide to its guests. Last but not least, the view from the rooms is breathtaking; you can enjoy it from your balcony while having your morning or while relaxing after a long day.
The best thing about Corfu is that it combines the art and culture with great natural beauty and top quality of accommodation and services. You can be sure that staying in one of Corfu hotels or choosing one of Corfu apartments for rent will be the best thing at the end of a long and tiring day. On the same time you will get from all the unique places that you will visit memories that will never fade away.
