Corfu Town, also known as ‘Kerkyra’, stands halfway down the Corfu’s east coast. The name Corfu, meaning ‘peaks’, refers to its twin hills, each topped by a massive fortress built to withstand Ottoman sieges. Sitting between the two peaks is the Old Town, a collection of winding lanes, some bursting with fine restaurants, lively bars and intriguing shops, others are quieter, where the locals reside, washing hangs from lines and shutters keep the sun out.
The official language spoken in Corfu is Greek. However, you'll find that a lot of people can speak basic English, especially in the popular tourist areas of the island.
Spring and Autumn are the best times to visit Corfu. Conditions are perfect between Easter and mid-June - the weather is pleasantly warm in most places, but not too hot. Beaches are relatively uncrowded, and accommodation is cheaper and easier to find than in high season. Corfu sees a lot of rainfall in winter, so you may want to avoid the winter months if you’re after a sunny holiday.
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