Ano Korakiana
is a historic settlement, first inhabited by noble families during the medieval times. Until today, a lot of traditional aspects are preserved. The village is known for the considerable number of churches, 37 in total, the long tradition in folklore music and ceramic art.
Here you can enjoy the local warm spirit at the taverns and the coffee shops of the village or watch a cultural event if you are lucky.
In the heart of the forest, overlooking on one side the traditional village Korakiana , there is Kantoni estate, a recreation park with a small zoo and a restaurant offering variety of seasonal dishes with fresh products of the farm production.
Kato Korakiana
The village is a wonderful cultural place set around a village square with a wide choice of bars, tavernas and shops. There is plenty to see and do around the village which also has many festivals through out the year.
There is a branch of the National Art gallery which hosts a cohesive collection of modern Greek art dated from the 18th until the late 20th century.
Corfu's top gourmet choice is Etrusco, in the village of Kato Korakiana, where chef Ettore Botrini offers an interesting interpretation of Ionian cuisine.
Just outside the village you can find Castello, a huge villa in Gothic style, once the residence of an Italian baron, Luca Mimbelli. It was built by an Italian architect on the site of a ruined medieval tower.
Agios Markos
Agios Markos is a beautiful traditional village, situated right above the Ipsos beach. Dating way back to the 11th century, it is classified as a protected location by the Ministry of Culture due to its rich heritage and unique Venetian architecture. The village is surrounded by low hills and woodland and it offers wonderful views over Ipsos and beyond to Corfu town. So take a step back in time in this quaint little village and do not forget to visit the two impressive churches, Agios Merkourious and the Church of Christ Pandokrator.
Where to go
The property is situated between the villages of Ano and Kato Korakiana, some of the biggest villages of Corfu, with a history of more than five centuries long.
There are many ancient remains in the area including medieval buildings, byzantine churches and monasteries. A visit to these villages will reward you with unique experience: you will travel back in time walking the narrow lanes of Ano Korakiana, relaxing over coffee or ouzo in many of the traditional kafeneia (coffee shops) away from the bustling resort. If you come to Corfu in spring, you can enjoy the beautiful green countryside, literally flooded with wild flowers, with an extensive network of country roads, paths and donkey tracks leading to a virgin territory.
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