Corfu, is the most northerly of the Ionian Islands, and is often referred to as the "Green Island". In the middle ages Venetian travellers introduced the olive tree to the island and these now form a wonderful display over most a the land. It is also the birthplace of HRH Prince Phillip, The Duke of Edinburgh, and was home to the naturalist Gerald Durrell OBE.

The Wild North of Corfu has widely contrasting scenery, sandy beaches, hidden rocky coves, lush olive groves and wild barren mountain sides.

The Climate in Corfu is generally mild (see chart).

November to March sees a regular rainfall which allows wonderful displays of spring flowers to amaze the many tourists who enjoy the many walks around the island. Adding colour to the abundant flora that awaits.

Some of the islands best beaches for swimming are found here, while the long sandy beaches of Acharavi, Roda, Agios Spiridon and Kalamaki also provide wonderful views of Albania and fun for boat spotting. Both Agios Spiridon and Kalamaki beaches are surrounded by olive groves and are excellent for families and offer many superb facilities for those more adventurous than the traditional sun worshipers.

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	North Corfu Looking from west to east Dominated by the lush green valleys and plains. In the background the massif of Pandokrators.
To entice the mountain hiking in the northern and western coast. Some of the most beautiful beaches can be found in the northwest. The picture shows the famous resort of Paleokastritsa.		Kalamaki and Agios Spiridon are no built-up areas, but green and quiet areas. The main road to Acharavi goes above and beyond the beaches. The finest, very flat, sloping and very suitable for children Sandy has Kalamaki.
	Aerial view of the northern West Coast At the forefront of Agios Stefanos, behind the headland of Afionas with the double-bay "Porte Timone". In the background, the beautiful bay of Agios Georgius and behind the place Paleokastritsa.
The 8 km long beaches in the north at Almyros, Acharavi and Roda, are perfectly suited for beach walks. Especially on the beach of Almyros always find a quiet place.		Agios Spiridon has a very nice two palm trees "guarded" natural beach. Nearby there are restaurants and a small market. Some lonely rocky own good for snorkeling and sunbathing.
	The freshwater lagoon "Antinioti" at Agios Spiridon is an important natural and bird sanctuary. It is only through a small tributary, the fencing off of fish, and on which a passable bridge, connected to the sea.
The east coast offers many views of the Albanian coast and the Albanian mountains. At the narrowest point is the neighboring country, only about 2 km away.		The strait is a busy Wasserstaße. Several times a day pass through the ferry from Italy and several cruise ships and yachts.
	Famous are always changing sunsets on the west and north-west coast. left sunset by Afionas right sunset by Almyros

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