Corfu Town is the most famous settlement on the island, with impressive sightseeing and nice view to the sea. However, Corfu has many smaller villages in the inland and along the coastine. Some of these villages have developed in tourism, while others remain totally untouched.
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Location: In the centre of the island, on the eastern coast
Description: Corfu Town, the capital of the island, is one of the most beautiful and elegant towns in Greece. It distinguishes for its Venetian architecture and the two fortresses that guard the city.
Location: 35 km north of Corfu Town
Description: Kassiopi is a small fishing village dominated by a Roman fortress. Along the port, there are some delicious fish taverns. Picturesque beaches surround Kassiopi and the region is popular with diving.
Location: 23 km south of Corfu Town
Description: Agios Matheos is mountainous village that gets its income mostly of agriculture. Totally untouched by tourism, it is located on the slopes of a hill and provides gorgeous view to the sea.
Location: 13 km west of Corfu Town
Description: The small village of Pelekas is quite busy in summer. Due to its central location, it is used as a starting point for excursions around the island. Pelekas is said to have the best sunset on Corfu.
Location: 42 km south east of Corfu Town
Description: Lefkimi is the second largest village and the second most important port of the island. It distinguishes for its traditional architecture and the beautiful surroundings.
Location: 19 km north of Corfu Town
Description: Ano Korakiana is known for the considerable number of churches, 37 in total, the long tradition in folklore music and the ceramic art.
Location: 33 km south of Corfu Town
Description: Argirades is a large picturesque village on the way to Lefkimi. The village lies on the slopes of a verdurous hill, offering lovely scenes to the surrounding area.
Location: 40 km north west of Corfu Town
Description: This is a small traditional village above the bay of Agios Stefanos, providing nice views to the sea and the mountainside of the island.
Location: 13 km south of Corfu Town
Description: In winter, Benitses is a calm fishing village but in summer it gets one of the most popular tourist resorts close to Corfu Town.
Location: 8 km north of Corfu Town
Description: Gouvia is one of the most popular tourist resorts close to Corfu Town. In summer, it gets very popular for its clean beach and the delicious fish taverns.