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[http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Palaiokastritsa Palaiokastritsa], on the East side of Corfu Island, is the "poster" of the island. It first appeared in a watercolor by [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Edward_Lear Edward Lear] and since then is appears in every poster or postcard of Corfu. Unfortunately today this idyllic cove with its tiny island church has been surrounded by monster high-rise hotels. But if you place your camera carefully you too can get a good picture. | [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Palaiokastritsa Palaiokastritsa], on the East side of Corfu Island, is the "poster" of the island. It first appeared in a watercolor by [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Edward_Lear Edward Lear] and since then is appears in every poster or postcard of Corfu. Unfortunately today this idyllic cove with its tiny island church has been surrounded by monster high-rise hotels. But if you place your camera carefully you too can get a good picture. | ||
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| + | ''See [[Corfu#Charts|Corfu]]''. | ||
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* ''See [[Ionian Sea#Weather_and_Winds|Ionian Sea Weather]]'' | * ''See [[Ionian Sea#Weather_and_Winds|Ionian Sea Weather]]'' | ||
* ''Also see [[Ionian Sea#Currents_&_Tides|Ionian Sea Currents & Tides]]'' | * ''Also see [[Ionian Sea#Currents_&_Tides|Ionian Sea Currents & Tides]]'' | ||
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| - | + | * [[Cruising the Greek Ionian Sea]] | |
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* Coast Guard - VHF channel 12 | * Coast Guard - VHF channel 12 | ||
* Olympia Radio - VHF channel 02, 03, & 64 | * Olympia Radio - VHF channel 02, 03, & 64 | ||
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''Also see [[World MM Nets|World Cruiser's Nets]]''. | ''Also see [[World MM Nets|World Cruiser's Nets]]''. | ||
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Approaching the cove is difficult because of the rocky shoal. | Approaching the cove is difficult because of the rocky shoal. | ||
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| - | ==Berthing | + | ==Berthing== |
| - | + | {{Image right|PalaiokastritsaHarbour.jpg |Palaiokastritsa harbour is filled with small craft }} | |
| - | + | {{Image right|Paleokastriksa1.jpg |The harbour from west }} | |
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| - | You can either anchor off, if you find room, or go stern-to the quay. | + | You can either anchor off, if you find room, or go stern-to the quay. The port is full of small rental boats with many mooring lines in the harbour. Only at the end of the breakwater is room for approx 4 yachts. A detached pontoon at its end is an option for overnight. The port offers excellent shelter from any swell direction, but is not well sheltered from strong W-NW. |
| - | The port is full of small rental boats. Only at the end of the breakwater | + | |
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| - | === | + | ===Marinas & Yacht Clubs=== |
| - | + | None. | |
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| - | + | |Water| N/A (Not Available) | |
| - | + | |Electricity| N/A | |
| + | |Toilets| N/A | ||
| + | |Showers| N/A | ||
| + | |Laundry| N/A | ||
| + | |Garbage| {{MagentaText|?}} | ||
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| - | + | |Fuel| Can be ordered by tank wagon (phone number is posted at the harbour entrance | |
| + | |Bottled gas| {{MagentaText|?}} | ||
| + | |Chandlers| {{MagentaText|?}} | ||
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| - | + | |Repairs| N/A | |
| + | |Internet| {{MagentaText|?}} | ||
| + | |Mobile connectivity| {{MagentaText|?}} | ||
| + | |Vehicle rentals| N/A | ||
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| - | ==== | + | ==Provisioning== |
| - | + | {{Green|Give the names and locations of supermarkets, grocery stores, bakeries, etc..}} | |
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| + | ==Eating out== | ||
| + | {{Green|Give the name of recommended restaurant, tavernas, pastry stores, etc.)}} | ||
| - | ==== | + | ==Transportation== |
| + | {{Green|List transportation (local and/or international.)}} | ||
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| - | ==== | + | ==Tourism== |
| - | + | ====Places to Visit==== | |
| - | + | Near the village there are sea caves. From here it is a 1.5 hour climb (with guide; stout footwear required) to the ruined Angelokastro Castle (13th c; panoramic views). There are also many caves which can be reached by dinghy. | |
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Contact details of "Cruiser's Friends" that can be contacted for local information or assistance. | Contact details of "Cruiser's Friends" that can be contacted for local information or assistance. | ||
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List links to discussion threads on [[Cruising Forums|partnering forums]]. (''see link for requirement''s) | List links to discussion threads on [[Cruising Forums|partnering forums]]. (''see link for requirement''s) | ||
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| - | * [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Palaiokastritsa Palaiokastritsa] | + | * [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Palaiokastritsa Palaiokastritsa] at the Wikipedia |
* [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Edward_Lear Edward Lear] | * [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Edward_Lear Edward Lear] | ||
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| - | ==References | + | ==References== |
| - | ''See [[Corfu#References | + | ''See [[Corfu#References|Corfu]]''. |
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Latest revision as of 07:55, 21 August 2018
| Palaiokastritsa
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 The bay of Palaioastritsa |
Palaiokastritsa, on the East side of Corfu Island, is the "poster" of the island. It first appeared in a watercolor by Edward Lear and since then is appears in every poster or postcard of Corfu. Unfortunately today this idyllic cove with its tiny island church has been surrounded by monster high-rise hotels. But if you place your camera carefully you too can get a good picture.
Charts
See Corfu.
Weather
- See Ionian Sea Weather
- Also see Ionian Sea Currents & Tides
Passages
Communication
- Coast Guard - VHF channel 12
- Olympia Radio - VHF channel 02, 03, & 64
Also see World Cruiser's Nets.
Approaching the cove is difficult because of the rocky shoal.
Berthing
Ports
You can either anchor off, if you find room, or go stern-to the quay. The port is full of small rental boats with many mooring lines in the harbour. Only at the end of the breakwater is room for approx 4 yachts. A detached pontoon at its end is an option for overnight. The port offers excellent shelter from any swell direction, but is not well sheltered from strong W-NW.
fee: none
Marinas & Yacht Clubs
None.
Amenities
| Facilities | |
|---|---|
| Water | N/A (Not Available) |
| Electricity | N/A |
| Toilets | N/A |
| Showers | N/A |
| Laundry | N/A |
| Garbage | ? |
| Supplies | |
| Fuel | Can be ordered by tank wagon (phone number is posted at the harbour entrance |
| Bottled gas | ? |
| Chandlers | ? |
| Services | |
| Repairs | N/A |
| Internet | ? |
| Mobile connectivity | ? |
| Vehicle rentals | N/A |
Provisioning
Give the names and locations of supermarkets, grocery stores, bakeries, etc..
Eating out
Give the name of recommended restaurant, tavernas, pastry stores, etc.)
Transportation
List transportation (local and/or international.)
Tourism
Places to Visit
Near the village there are sea caves. From here it is a 1.5 hour climb (with guide; stout footwear required) to the ruined Angelokastro Castle (13th c; panoramic views). There are also many caves which can be reached by dinghy.
Friends
Contact details of "Cruiser's Friends" that can be contacted for local information or assistance.
Forums
List links to discussion threads on partnering forums. (see link for requirements)
Links
- Palaiokastritsa at the Wikipedia
- Edward Lear
References
See Corfu.
Comments
We welcome users' contributions to the Wiki. Please click on Comments to view other users' comments, add your own personal experiences or recommend any changes to this page following your visit.
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- Sept. 2010 CORFUBOAT
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