The Achilleion Palace, Imperial palace in Gastouri, Corfu, Greece.
Description
The Achilleion Palace is an imperial residence in Gastouri, Corfu, Greece, built with Pompeian-style architecture featuring columns and terraces. The building sits on a hillside with gardens that overlook the Ionian Sea and Corfu's coastline.
History
Empress Elisabeth of Austria commissioned the palace between 1890 and 1892 following the death of her son Rudolf, hiring Italian architect Raffaele Carità. The building later served as a casino and eventually as a film location.
Culture
The statues and paintings throughout the rooms celebrate Achilles, a hero from Greek mythology whom Empress Elisabeth deeply admired. These artworks reflect her personal passion for ancient Greek culture and legend.
Practical
The palace can be reached by bus number 10 from San Rocco square in Corfu, which runs regularly throughout the day. The journey is straightforward for visitors wanting to explore the site at their own pace.
Did you know?
The location served as a filming site for a James Bond movie, giving the historic site an unexpected connection to popular cinema. This cinematic role has added a modern dimension to the imperial residence.
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