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Paleokastritsa is by far one of the most celebrated villages on the island of Corfu. Known for its stunning beaches, Paleokastritsa is located to the north of Liapades and south of Agios Georgios PagonPaleokastritsa is a paradise for beach lovers. This coastal resort town is studded with six magnificent beaches, including Ambelaki, Agios Petros, Agios Spyridon, Alipa, Agia Triada, Platakia and Verderosa.
This hilly region has an awesome adventurous vibe and attracts a lot of young travellers who often engage in ATV rides and vigorous walking trails. The Monastery of Paleokastritsa is perched on the hillside near Agios Spyridonas Beach, with a yard and a small church framed in bougainvillaea, cypresses and oleanders. A museum is located at the monastery in Paleokastritsa, which was founded in 1225.
Paleokastritsa is famous for its day trips to nearby beaches, which are known for their dramatic cliffs and natural scenery. Moreover, it is renowned for laid-back watersports like snorkelling and diving. La Grotta, an Instagram-famous beach carved out of the rocks on the eastern side of Paleokastritsa, is also connected by water taxis through Agios Spyridon.