Monastery of Vlacherna

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Monastery of Vlacherna, Protected monastery in Central Corfu, Greece.

The Vlacherna Monastery stands on a small islet connected to the mainland by a stone pier near the Corfu International Airport.

Dating from the 17th century, this religious structure functioned as a monastery until 1980 and now houses a church for local celebrations.

The monastery contains a notable wood-carved iconostasis and religious paintings that showcase Greek Orthodox architectural and artistic traditions.

Visitors can reach the monastery by walking along the stone pier and purchase traditional items from the souvenir shop in the courtyard.

The location between the airport runway and Pontikonissi island allows visitors to watch aircraft pass overhead while viewing both landmarks.

Location: Municipality of Central Corfu and Diapontia Islands

Address: Paleopolis 163, Kerkira 491 00, Greece 491 00 Kerkira

Website: https://imcorfu.gr

GPS coordinates: 39.58994,19.91714

Latest update: July 2, 2025 20:24

Photogenic spots in Corfu

Corfu features numerous photo locations, from ancient fortresses to coastal landscapes. The Old Town displays Venetian architecture with arcades and narrow streets. Palaces like Achilleion and Mon Repos present gardens with statues. Along the coast, Canal d'Amour shows sandstone formations and Vlacherna Monastery sits on a small island. Mount Pantokrator provides views across the entire island. Beaches like Paleokastritsa offer clear waters and dense vegetation.

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