Introduction: Where Myth Meets Memory Corfu is not only an island of beaches, fortresses, and olive groves it is also a land of stories. Whispered in village squares, passed down...
From 1386 to 1797, the Venetian Republic ruled Corfu, leaving a legacy that shaped the island’s architecture, culture, economy, and daily life. Unlike other Greek islands that experienced Ottoman domination,...
Water as a Lifeline Corfu’s history is often told through its fortresses, palaces, and churches — but an equally important part of its heritage flows quietly through its landscape: its...
The history of the Jews in Corfu is rich, ancient, and at the same time deeply intertwined with the cultural and political changes that the island has undergone. From their...
The Old Town of Corfu, with its rich history and multicultural heritage, hides neighborhoods that remain largely unknown to the general public but are filled with significant historical and cultural...
The Ionian State represents one of the most interesting and often overlooked forms of governance in modern Greek history. It was established during a turbulent period, in the geopolitically critical...
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...
Perhaps the most iconic symbol of the Venetian period in Corfu is the Lion of Saint Mark, the winged lion holding the Gospel, known as the emblem of the Most...
Corfu’s relationship with culture is multilayered and timeless. One of the most remarkable episodes in this relationship took place in 1716, when the island became the setting of a historic...
Scouting in Corfu has deep roots, filled with historical memory, educational work, and significant social contribution. From its founding to the present day, Scouting in Corfu has remained a vital...