Corfu is the most northerly of the Ionian Islands and is 35 miles long and approx 15 miles wide. At the northern center, is Mount Pantocrator with a height of just over 1000 meters. The NE coast is made up of secluded bays, pretty fishing villages, gently shelving beaches and sparkling clear waters. The west coast, with its high cliffs and long sweeping sandy beaches, is a complete contrast. Its physical beauty of lush vegetation, combined with the typical Greek seascapes and the architecture of the British and the Italians, attract hundreds of thousands of visitors every year. Corfu is an exceptional islnd for your holidays as it combines breathtaking natural beauty, interesting historical sites and the unique mentality of the hospitable inhabitants.