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Corfu (/kɔːrˈfuː, -fjuː/; Greek: Κέρκυρα, Kérkyra [ˈcercira]; Ancient Greek: Κέρκυρα or Κόρκυρα; Latin: Corcyra; Italian: Corfù) is a Greek island in the Ionian Sea. It is the second largest of the Ionian Islands, and, including its small satellite islands, forms the northwesternmost part of Greece. The island is part of the Corfu regional unit, and is administered as a single municipality, which also includes the smaller islands of Ereikoussa, Mathraki and Othonoi. The principal city of the island and seat of the municipality (pop. 32,095) is also named Corfu. Corfu is home to the Ionian University.
The island is bound up with the history of Greece from the beginnings of Greek mythology. Its Greek name, Kerkyra or Korkyra, is related to two powerful water symbols: Poseidon, god of the sea, and Asopos, an important Greek mainland river. According to myth, Poseidon fell in love with the beautiful nymph Korkyra, daughter of Asopus and river nymph Metope, and abducted her. Poseidon brought Korkyra to the hitherto unnamed island and, in marital bliss, offered her name to the place: Korkyra, which gradually evolved to Kerkyra (Doric). Together, they had a child they called Phaiax, after whom the inhabitants of the island were named Phaiakes, in Latin Phaeaciani. Corfu's nickname is The island of the Phaeacians.
http://youtu.be/GCESvt8u6Tc What to do on Corfu - things to do, top attractions Corfu travel video guide: Excellent weather, a rich multi-cultural heritage and stunning beaches: this awaits you in Corfu, the Greek island where the Venetians, the French and the British used to live. Let our Wizz Air Ambassador Petra and Brad the traveler show you all that cannot be missed when you visit this amazing Mediterranean island. Kalimera! This truly magnificent island offers far more than just a beach holiday. Get ready to meet friendly locals, listen to traditional Greek music while enjoying the colourful local food it has to offer. Welcome to Corfu! This Mediterranean pearl - which is among the greenest places in the country - is a mixture of European history, and has a cosmopolitan feelin...
Infected Productions Location:Corfu island-Greece music: AWOLNATION - "Sail"
Corfu is different from the other Greek islands. Instead of dreary, rocky terrain, one can find lush flora, pine trees, lemon and olive trees. This is the place where Odysseus met Nausicaa, Queen Elizabeth built a palace and where Gerald Durrell fell in love with nature. The capital was mainly built by Frenchmen during the reign of Napoleon, this is why it suggests a Mediterranean spirit, as if we were walking on the French Riviera. Near the capital, there is the symbol of the island, the Vlacherna monastery, standing in the water. Corfu is abound in natural beauties. Kassiopi is a charming fishing village, while Paleokastritsa is a place famous of its sea caverns. And finally there is the Channel of Love in Sidari, a channel formed by whimsical cliffs
In this video Brian Cox shows you the best activities to see and do while visitng the beautiful Greek island of Corfu. 1) Explore Corfu Town 2) Rent a scooter and see the entire island 3) Relax on one of the many beaches 4) Try some traditional corfu greek food 5) Take a charter boat tour of the island Scooter sponsor: http://space-bikes.com/ Restaurant Sponsor: http://www.brouklis.com/ Accommodation Sponsor: http://zambeta.com/ Charter Boat Sponsor: http://thepinkpalace.com/activities/corfu-booze-cruise/ STAY CONNECTED HERE Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheTravelVlogger Twitter: https://twitter.com/TravelVlogger Youtube: http://www.youtube.com/user/TheTravelVlogger Blog: http://thetravelvlogger.com/ Google+ : http://google.com/+TheTravelVlogger Instagram: http://instagra...
This sort film was created for the Port Authority of Corfu with a view to highlight the unique environment and the multicultural history of Corfu island, Greece. Info: evankoul@me.com https://www.facebook.com/evankoul Music by AShamaluev and VeromaxMusic.
Filmed with GoPro hero 3+ silver edition
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