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Corfu is an island with beautiful and fascinating locations for everybody's taste.

If you are in Corfu, don't neglect to go to the following locations:

One of them is the Achilleion Palace, developed as a summer season recidence, back in 1890 by the Empress of Austria, Elisabeth of Bavaria, likewise known as Sissi. It lies in Gastouri area, around 10 km south of Corfu city.

According to history books, Sissi was a romantic female however with a fascination for appeal. She fell for the island, and loved the nature and culture of the island and generally of Greece. The theme design of the Palace is based upon the famous Greek warrior Achilles.

Greek statues surround the palace, a monolith of platonic romanticism and escapism. Numerous paintings and statues of Achilles embellish its main hall and glamorous gardens revealing the brave and tragic scenes of the Trojan War.

Achilleion Palace is a recognized filmmaking shooting area. In the film, 'For your eyes just' 1981, with Roger Moore, director John Glen utilized the Palace for a couple of scenes. Because the Palace has a spectacular https://www.discovergreece.com/de/greek-islands/ionian/corfu view over Corfu town and the coast, given that it is the very best view point on the island, both scenes managed to record the

beauty of Corfu and the architectural style of the palace.

After Sissi's assassination in 1898, Achilleion Palace was purchased by the German Kaiser Wilhelm II in 1907, and he likewise utilized it as a summer season house.

Although, throughout the First and Second World War the palace was inevitably pillaged, after years of remediation, the palace was finally brought back to its previous magnificence.

The Palace is overwhelmed by travelers each year; you really must not miss this terrific structure.

Pelakas with the Kaiser throne.

Another good destination is Pelakas village with Kaiser throne. Pelakas is a traditional little mountain village, located on the west coast of Corfu 13km on the opposite side from Corfu town, at 270m above water level. This place is well-known for its natural appeal and of course the 'Kaiser Throne', a lookout point on the rock top above the town.

According to the historians, in between 1908 and the very first World War, Kaiser Wilhelm II invested his summers at Achillion Palace, which has actually previously bought from Sissi's beneficiaries in 1907, however never ever had a chance to enjoy it, since of his participation as the last German Emperor and King of Prussia in the First World War.

Kaiser fell for the view of the sundown from that rock top, and was driven from Achilleion each night to view the beautiful sunsets. This lookout point stayed called the "Kaiser's Throne". It offers probably the very best 360 ° degree scenic views to be discovered anywhere on the island.

We suggest you to visit this place for its marvellous sundowns and spectacular 360 ° view over the island. The view Kaiser Throne 'is actually awesome.

Kassiopi Castle, at Kassiopi Village

Kassiopi is a stunning fishing town, located on the north side of the island.

It is popular for its beautiful beaches, romantic hotels, and obviously The Kassiopi Castle. This historic monument is a Byzantine Castle which was built probably in 582-602 AD, the precise year of building and construction is still unidentified. Regrettably, this fantastic castle was ruined several times by invaders and pillagers.

Today, we can see the ruins of Kassiopi Castle, and likewise appreciate the remarkable view to the sea coast. This Castle is considered to be one of the most crucial

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The Mouse Island( Pontikonisi).

This small island is the most romantic and unusual place in Corfu Island.

Mouse Island is located opposite Perama town, and owes its name to its shape, which resembles a mouse. Also, according to Greek folklore, the island is.

the ship of Odysseus( Ulysseus), which unfortunately developed into an island by the god of the seas Poseidon.

In the centre of the island is located the stunning Church of Pantokrator.

This little church is integrated in 13th century, which is surrounded by trees and small plants.

History and folklore control Corfu. In this Magic Island you can discover locations full of enjoyment and inspiration.