Corfu Town

Hidden in Plain Sight: The Monument of the Union of the Ionian Islands

Right in the center of Spianada Square in Corfu Old Town stands the Monument of the Union of the Ionian Islands. Despite its prominent location and striking appearance, it is rarely mentioned in travel guides. Perhaps that's why many visitors walk right past it,...

Your Walking Guide Through Corfu Old Town

Corfu Old Town is a historic district located in Kerkyra, the capital of the Ionian Islands and the island of Corfu in Greece. In 2007, the area was added to the UNESCO World Heritage list due to its cultural and historical significance. The Old Town of Corfu is...

A Thousand Aromas: Inside a Traditional Spice Shop in Corfu

A mpaharopoleio (μπαχαροπωλείο) is a traditional spice shop in Greece. The word literally comes from the Greek words "mpachari" (μπαχάρι), which today means "spice" but originally referred specifically to allspice, and "poleio" (πωλείο), meaning "shop." The name dates...

Kumquat: The Brand of Corfu Island

You wouldn't find a tour guide, description, or ad about Corfu without a mention of the kumquat - a tiny, oval-shaped orange fruit with a unique scent. No surprise: Corfu is the only place in Greece (and one of the very few in Europe) where kumquats are cultivated on...

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