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Old Fortress of Corfu Information DESCRIPTION SITE MONUMENTS INFORMATION PHOTOGALLERY Administrative Information Corfu, Τ.Κ. 49131, Kerkyra, Old Town of Corfu (Prefecture of Kerkira) Telephone: 2661027935, 2661048120 Email: [email protected] Tickets Full: €3 Special ticket package : Full: €17, Reduced: €-
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Standing proud on the tip of the peninsula is the Castel da Mare, Corfu's Old Fort. It has a history to rival most others. The Fortress dates back to the mid-6 th century when Kerkyra or Corfu was born. Although the Fortress owes its original existence to the Byzantines, the current architecture of the fort is due to the Venetians (1386-1797).
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Old Fortress Corfu Places to Visit Ages: Venue: Cost: The Corfu Old Fortress is a stunning sight, worth visiting whilst on the island. Constructed in the 15th century during the Venetian rule, it's separated from mainland Corfu by a long, narrow trench, which is now used by fishermen to dock their fishing boats.
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The Old Fortress of Corfu is a Venetian Fortress on a promontory in Corfu Town, which forms one of the most iconic landmarks of the island that can be seen from far away. The fortress is built on two rocky hills (Corifes), from which Corfu got its western name. History Of The Old Fortress
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The Old Fortress of Corfu is just a short walk from the historic Old Town of Corfu. It has rich historical and cultural significance and is listed among the UNESCO World Heritage sites. It is built on a rocky peninsula and offers a beautiful panoramic view of the cityscape and coastline. Several buildings inside the fort are worth seeing.
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The Old Fortress of Corfu: The Old Fortress is one of the most impressive fortification works in Greece. It is the first thing visitors encounter as the ferry approaches Corfu. It stands on the eastern side of the town, on a rocky peninsula that gets into the sea.
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The Corfu Old Fortress features two peaks, or 'koryfes' (also spelled 'korfes'): one in the East, where the Sea Tower was originally constructed by the Byzantines around the 7th century AD, and the Western peak, known as the Land Tower.
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Old fortress When during the VI century the old town of Corfu placed in Kanoni peninsula (the Paleopoli) was destroyed by the invaders, the survivors decided to build again the town but in a safer area.
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25 Oct 2022 by Archaeology Newsroom A A A Undoubtedly, it is the town's most imposing monument, still visible from the beaches of Igoumenitsa and a magnet for tourists. We are of course referring to the Old Fortress of Corfu with its centuries-old history and its wonderful secrets.
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Old Fortress Corfu 3,408 reviews #8 of 88 things to do in Corfu Town Ancient RuinsMilitary Bases & Facilities Open now 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM Write a review About Duration: 1-2 hours Suggest edits to improve what we show. Improve this listing Tours & experiences Explore different ways to experience this place. See options All photos (4,447)
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Many centuries later the island is worldwide known as Corfu. Inside the old fortress there is a number of ancillary buildings, built by the Venetians and the British, to serve military needs: a Venetian prison (1786), two English barracks (1850) and a military hospital, which today houses the Department of Music of the Ionian University.
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Old Fortress One of the most distinctive features of the portrait of the town is the two-peak rocky end of the east side which forming an "island on the island" allows a wide observation field over the sea passage.
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History Old Fortress, back to past During the mid-6th century AD, the ancient city of Corfu ( Paleopolis ), on the peninsula of Kanoni, was destroyed in barbaric raids.
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The Old Fortress of Corfu is one of the oldest attractions of Corfu, it is a historical and architectural monument of the times of the Byzantine Empire. The fortress was built on an island of artificial origin, and it is separated from the urban settlements by the deep protective canal Contra Fossa. Old Fortress of Corfu
