Achilleion, Neoclassical palace and museum in Gastouri, Greece
The Achilleion sits on a hilltop overlooking the Ionian Sea, featuring grand colonnades, sculptures, and gardens spread across multiple levels of terraces.
Empress Elisabeth of Austria commissioned the palace in 1890 as a summer residence following the death of her son, selecting this location for its elevated position.
The palace exhibits numerous statues and artworks depicting Greek mythology, with the central theme revolving around the legendary hero Achilles.
The museum operates daily from April through October between 8:00 and 20:00, while winter hours extend from 8:00 to 16:00 from November through March.
The palace served as a military hospital during World War I and later appeared in the 1981 James Bond film 'For Your Eyes Only'.
Location: Municipality of Central Corfu and Diapontia Islands
Inception: 1890
Official opening: 1962
Architectural style: Neoclassical architecture, neo-pompeian style
Website: https://achillion-corfu.gr/?lang=en
Address: Αχίλλειο 490 84 490 84
Opening Hours: April-October: Monday-Sunday 08:00-20:00; November-March: Monday-Sunday 08:00-16:00
Website: https://achillion-corfu.gr/?lang=en
GPS coordinates: 39.56244,19.90425
Latest update: May 28, 2025 18:27
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