Churches in Corfu
Saint Spyridon
The church of Saint Spyridon is located in the Old Town of Corfu, right behind Liston. It has the largest bell tower of all churches in the city and it is its red dome that visitors first see when they arrive by boat to Corfu.
Paleokastritsa Monastery
Built in the 13th century on the hill of Paleokastritsa, the monastery houses a small museum with Byzantine and post Byzantine icons. The museum gives great views to the sea and it is open to visitors.
Saint Jason and Sosipater
Located in the quarter of Garitsa, this church was constructed in the 10th century and has a cross-in-square style. It is dedicated to Jason and Sosipater, the first Corfiot men who became Christians and preached Christianity on the island.
Pantokrator Monastery
The Monastery of Pantokrator is located on top of the highest mountain of the island, on the northern side of Corfu. Access is done through a truck road but the incredible view rewards visitors.
Holy Trinity Anglican Church
The church of the Holy Trinity in Corfu was established in 1864 to serve the needs of the vast British populace on the island at that time. During the Second World War, it was damaged by German bombs and reopened in 1971. Today it has a very active role in the local community.
Platytera Monastery
Located in the suburb of Mandouki, the monastery was first built in 1743 and renovated after its destruction, in 1799, after being bombarded by the French. The grave of Ioannis Kapodistrias, the first governor of the independent Greek State, is situated in the Monastery.
Annunziata
Annunziata is a square in the center of Corfu Town that boasts a tower from the 14th century and a handful of establishments, while it once was a host to a gorgeous church.
