Corfu is the most verdant of the Greek islands. It is the island of geographical contrasts - amazing cliff formations on the west coast with its sandy beaches, fertile valleys in the centre of the island and wooded areas and mountains to the north.

The contrast does not stop there - Take a step back in time in one of the many sleepy mountain villages or enjoy the hustle and bustle of the cosmopolitan Corfu Town and coastal resorts. In the past, the main income for the locals was the cultivation and production of olive oil - coming from the millions of olive trees which cover the island. The pace of life has always been and still is very relaxed and easy going.

Being an island, Corfu is a very safe place to live - the crime rate is very low. The relaxed and healthy environment gives you the opportunity to have a stress-free lifestyle - just one of the many benefits of living on Corfu! The closeness of family relationships here, plays an important role in the continuity of traditions and customs. Children can play freely and are accepted in all social gatherings.

Over the years, many people from all over the world have chosen Corfu as their new home. Its multicultural history - Venetians, French, Russians and English - has created an adaptable society, susceptible to new cultures.

People like Edward Lear, Gerald Durrell and Casanova have all lived here. Since the mid 1950's, many foreign visitors have all succumbed to the charms of the island. During the following decades, tourism expanded. This has made the Corfiot society open minded, where Greeks and foreigners have learned to live together. It has also changed the way of doing business in many sectors of everyday life -e.g. government services, public services and entertainment.

Another important fact that should be mentioned is that, although Corfu is an island, it is still a place where many facilities are available. This means that a person choosing to live in Corfu will not miss out on the opportunities of a larger city. Corfu has a public library, art galleries, museums and a theatre. The university has six different departments. For entertainment, you will find restaurants offering a wide variety of both Greek and International cuisine, a cinema, bowling alley, health and fitness clubs, nightclubs and bars.

All in all, the island has many benefits and facilities to offer someone wishing to buy a property, being either a holiday home or a permanent residence.

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