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On
this trip you can discover the most interesting natural and historical attractions
of the island. You will visit the Achilion, a palace built for Elizabeth, emperess
of Austria.
After
we cross the island to the West coast and Paleokastritsa, justifiably Corfu 's
best-known beauty spot, where an 18th century Monastery crowns a dramatic cliff
and overlooks a sea rich with peacock hues. From here we climb to one of Corfu’s
enchantingly colourful villages, Lakones , from which one of the finest panoramic
views in Europe may be enjoyed.
Then
you can visit Sidari, a little crowded town situated in the North of the island
where you can admire ,,Canal d'Amour" and relax yourself with the beauty
of the beaches.
Our
route continues via the mountain villages and glorious views of north-western
Corfu and brings us to the fishing village/resort of Kassiopi .
We
return in the afternoon through the superb coastal scenery of the north-east,
with stunning views of the many beautiful coves and bays, and of mysterious Albania,
only a short distance away across the straits.
- Paleokastritsa: is situated about 25 kilometres from town, linked to it by one
of the
widest
and best laid-out roads on the island. Consisting of two impressive headlands
and six coves, the area's unique combination of lush vegetation, precipitous cliffs
and sandy beaches has established it as a top-class resort. The northern promontory
belongs to the Monastery of the Blessed Virgin Mary, which was founded in 1225.
The building we see today is of a later date and houses a museum of Byzantine
and post-Byzantine icons. Alipa Bay, apart from being the site of a naval base,
has a small marina where visiting yachts and local fishing boats anchor. Special
note should be taken of the wonderfully clear, deep sea of the area, a favourite
spot for scuba diving and harpoon fishing.
Achilleion
Palace: Situated just outside the village of Gastouri, this building is surely
the highlight of the island. Everyone who visits Corfu also visits this site to
see the Palace which once belonged to the Empress Elisabeth of Austria, known
as Sissi. The Palace was built in 1890 in neo-classical style, and a huge amount
of money was squandered on its lavish and overpowering embellishment. Statues
depicting the Nine Muses, Shakespeare, Lord Byron and of course Achilles Dying
and Achilles Triumphant, adorn the garden to remind us of the lonely Empress.
The garden and its view are without doubt magnificent. After the assassination
of Elisabeth in 1898 the Palace stood empty until 1907 when it was bought by Kaiser
Wilhelm II of Germany, who for a few years occupied it on a seasonal basis. Today,
the personal possessions of the former owners are on display in a small museum,
and are the focus of the camera lenses of the many visitors.
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