The Greek island of Corfu is totally different from Santorini. First of all, the island is larger in size and population, with about 200,000 residents. Secondly, the main city of Corfu is much more modern and congested with traffic, more like Athens. And, thirdly, the architecture is distinctly Italian. This is the result of the 400 years that the Venetians occupied Corfu and left not only their taste in architecture, but many other aspects of daily life as well.
The island has large mountains that make for some fantastic views of the city, the port, as well as various resort areas. The first picture included here is of the two old fortresses built over a thousand years apart to defend the island. I am beginning to understand why the Greek islands are so popular for vacations. You feel like you are a million miles from nowhere, but surrounded by crystal clear water, tall mountains, gorgeous sunsets, an easy going lifestyle and great food. My kind of place!
The island has large mountains that make for some fantastic views of the city, the port, as well as various resort areas. The first picture included here is of the two old fortresses built over a thousand years apart to defend the island. I am beginning to understand why the Greek islands are so popular for vacations. You feel like you are a million miles from nowhere, but surrounded by crystal clear water, tall mountains, gorgeous sunsets, an easy going lifestyle and great food. My kind of place!
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