Table of Contents Beneath Corfu’s olive groves and modern development lies another world. Ancient cities, sacred temples, Roman villas, and Byzantine churches sleep under accumulating centuries of soil and construction....
The Venetian Footprint on Corfu’s Architecture and Identity Few places in Greece carry such visible traces of Venetian influence as Corfu. For more than four hundred years, the island was...
Beyond the beaches and villages, Corfu hides a spiritual landscape that has shaped the island’s identity for centuries. The countryside is dotted with monasteries, each standing in silence among olive...
The presence of the Maltese in Corfu began during the period of British rule, when the Ionian Islands were governed by Great Britain (1815–1864). As part of a broader political...
Corfu, known in antiquity as Korkyra, is one of Greece’s most significant archaeological and historical sites. Its strategic position in the Ionian Sea made it a center of trade, culture,...
The French rule in Corfu constitutes one of the most significant and transitional periods in the island’s history. Although French domination lasted only a few years (1797-1799 and 1807-1814), the...
The Venetian rule in Corfu was one of the most significant and long-lasting periods in the island’s history, lasting from 1386 to 1797. For over four centuries, Corfu was under...
The British occupation of Corfu and the other Ionian Islands (1815-1864) was a significant period in the island’s history, leaving an indelible mark on its politics, society, and architecture. Although...
Garitsa and Kanoni Garitsa is a historic suburb of Corfu Town, renowned for its coastal character and rich cultural heritage. Located southeast of the city center, it stretches along Garitsa...
Castles of Corfu The vast history of Corfu is not limited to its old town but extends far beyond it. One of the most significant monuments showcasing the island’s rich...