Nissaki, Corfu, Greece.

Explore Corfu Town.

A brief Tour of Corfu town.

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No visit to the island is complete without a visit to the island's main town.  You will have a brief glimpse on your arrival  but you must return and explore some of the wonderful attractions the town has to offer. We at Aliki's Apartments can provide you with a printed itinerary and foot tour if you want a structured visit. The following is a small sample of what the town has to offer.   

The New Fort.

The New Fortress was begun by the Venetians only a few years after they embarked on refurbishing the Old Fort.  They were responsible for the massive outer walls, but many inner buildings and maze of tunnels were added by the British.  The fine Venetian Lion of St. Mark is above the entrance gate in Solomou  Square but the visitors' gate is up the steps in New Fort Square past the Tenedos Church. It is worth climbing up to the bastions for the views over the town and sea.

Falaraki.

Faliraki was originally the Royal Wharf.  It fell into disrepair and parts remained in ruin for many years.  It was recently restored and the nearest building, which had been Cafe St.Nicholas became a restaurant (now closed).  The chapel St.Nicholas in the centre, which had remained virtually intact is back to its former glory and the furthermost building once Aleko's 'Saltwater and Artificial Bathhouse' is now a popular bar/cafe at the the water's edge.

The Liston.

The Liston with its many cafes and bars is Corfu Town's premier meeting place.  It was built during the French occupation and is modelled on the Rue de Rivoli in Paris.  Its name is derived from the Libro d'oro in which were inscribed the names of the elite, the only people who were originally allowed to promenade there.

The Old Fort.

The Old Fort has been a fortified site since the 6th century and at one time its walls enclosed the town of Corfu.  It was extended by the Venetians, who also excavated the moat, in the 15th century.  It was further  rebuilt in the following century and these fortifications survive until the present day.  Within the walls is the church of St. George, built by the British as a garrison church and is the venue of the christening of Prince Phillip, Duke of Edinburgh who was born in the mansion of Mon Repos on the nearby  Kanoni Peninsula (see next item)

Kanoni.

Kanoni Peninsular is the site of Palaiopolis, the ancient city of Corcyra. There are many remains of the settlement to be seen including a remnant of city wall dating from the fifth century BC, the Temple of Artemis dating from the sixth century BC, Roman baths and the ruins of the ancient port.   The most impressive remains are probably those of the fifth century Christian Basilica which stand opposite the gates of Mon Repos.   The Basilica was in use as a church until it was bombed during World War Two.   The site has undergone recent extensive restoration and is now open to the public.

Museums and Galleries.

There are many museums and galleries in Corfu but there are too many to mention them all here.  

Mon Repos.

A beautiful house now containing the Museum of Palaiopolis (see Kanoni above)