Agiou Nikolaou tou Mytika Cove
Exploring Corfu Sailing Holidays area
Sailing Tip
The cove is a good anchorage for small vessels.
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Navigational Aids
Harbor Kérkyras is formed in front of Kérkyra town and comprises the old harbor, which is mainly used for mooring by fishing vessels and pleasure boats, and the new harbor, which is the commercial and tourist port of the island.
The old harbor is formed W of jetty Mourágia and comprises a basin with quayed coasts for 185 m and depths of about 2 m near them.
Lagoon 440 Economy
Korission Lake is an excellent place for bird watching. It is located in the south-western part of Corfu and provides an important ecosystem for a range of species, and a stopping area for migrating birds from Africa.
The Church of Saint Spyridon, patron saint of the Island, is situated in the heart of Corfu town just behind the Liston. The exterior of the church is typical of the Venetian architecture and its bell tower is the highest point in town.
The Achilio Palace is located in one of the highest spots of Gastouri village. It was built at the end of the 19th century when Empress of Austria Sissy was so excited by the island that she decided to built it.
The beautifully preserved Old Town of Corfu, is a UNESCO world heritage site, where Renaissance, Baroque and Classical cultures come together and fuse with local artistic traditions. Palaces, fortresses, buildings of the Venetian rule uniquely blend with the Greek architecture, small secluded squares and the so-called ‘Kantoúnia’ the vaulted passages that make you feel as if you’ve travelled to Italy.
Taverna Thomas offers many traditional dishes including the famous Pastitsada a Greek dish associated with the island of Corfu. One traditional pastitsada recipe features lean leg or shoulder of veal and macaroni, as well olive oil, minced onions, sliced garlic cloves, salt and ground black pepper, white wine, vinegar, cloves, bay leaf, cinnamon, fresh or canned tomatoes, butter, and grated kefalotyri or Parmesan cheese.
Aktaion is located opposite the Old Fortress of Corfu. It provides amazing view to the Ionian sea, the bay of Garitsa and the old fortress.
Long sandy beach making it one of the most popular on the island. Glyfada frequented by youth as the beach has a bar and cafe.
Located near the town of Corfu and is so popular. It has sand and brick and is very well organized, and has piers, water sports and boat hire.
This is a long beach with sand and pebbles, which has sun beds, umbrellas and water sports facilities. The beach is very busy and the surrounding area offers a variety of restaurants, fast food restaurants and cafes.
Beautiful organized sandy beach surrounded by impressive rock formations. Fairly quiet and relaxing.
Popular seaside resort with lovely beach. It has sand, pebbles and pebble and shallow waters ideal for children and families.
One of the most beautiful beaches of Corfu, with sand and brick. Located south of Corfu Town and offers water sports facilities and a wide variety of restaurants.
Quiet beach with sand and deep waters, surrounded by beautiful rock formations. This beautiful beach offers water sports facilities and several restaurants.
Relatively quiet, sandy beach. The beach is organized with sun beds and umbrellas are also within walking distance of taverns and cafes.
The cave is 22 km away from town of Corfu, but it is very close to Byzantine Fortress of Gardikiou. The Gardikiou Grava is a small cave, where tools, firestones and animal bones were found.