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Discover The Myths And Legends Surrounding Corfu Holidays
The island of Corfu is populated with the ghosts of monsters, gods and goddesses at every turn, well it is if you believe the countless legends that the island is cloaked in.So that you can make the most of your Corfu holidays and get an insight into the history, we’ve put together a guide to some of the most famous figures and stories.
The Gorgon
The Gorgon Medusa is perhaps the best-known monster of Corfu. With hair made out of venomous snakes and a stare that could petrify anyone who looked into her eyes, turning them immediately to stone, Medusa was considered to be a beautiful mortal women.Perseus slayed Medusa on the bequest of King Polydectes, who was trying to get him out of the picture in order to see Perseus’ mother. A triangular pediment at the Temple of Artemis has an image commemorating Medusa and this is definitely a historic attraction that you should seek out on your Corfu family holidays.
Kerkyra
Known as Kerkyra to the Greek people, Corfu takes its name from the legend of Korkyra – a beautiful nymph who was abducted by the god Poseidon. After falling in love with her and kidnapping her, he brought Korkyra to the hitherto unnamed island and dedicated it to her name. Together they had a son, Phaiax, from whom the term Phaeacians was developed, which is the Latin name for Corfu’s ancient inhabitants.A second myth on how Corfu was named tells the story of a mythical sea-goat who defeated the scary giant Typhon only to discover that his body had been transformed into that of a fish.
The Golden Fleece
When Jason and his mightly Argonauts sought to seek refuge and find a safe resting place for the Golden Fleece after fleeing the pursuing Colchis fleet, it was Corfu that was chosen. Corfu is richly associated with this famous tale as home to the yet undiscovered Acinous Palace. Your Corfu all inclusive holidays may not be as adventurous this particular myth, but with countless historic sites, galleries and museums to enjoy, you’re sure to enjoy an epic adventure all of your own.
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