Cosmopolitan Corfu is perhaps the most famous of the Ionian Islands and one of the best loved islands isles throughout the Mediterranean. It spans 591km² and boasts 217km of coastline. A magnet for hundreds of thousands of visitors each year, as well as a source of inspiration for all the arts, and rich in cultural heritage, its special prestige combines with its natural beauty, pleasant climate, beaches and fascinating sights to make it one of the most attractive destinations for Greek and foreign tourists alike.