4-5 miles South from the centre of Corfu town (Kerkyra) is the area of Kanoni, located on the eponymous Peninsula. In the ancient times there was an ancient city. Kanoni is one of the most famous sights of Corfu. The highlight of this area is the monastery of Vlacherna and the island of Pontikonisi, better known as "Mouse island".

The Vlacherna monastery is located on a small plot of land that is associated with the Peninsula narrow concrete pier. The snow-white Church with a small chapel of the virgin Mary occupies almost the entire plot of land. Beautiful architectural complex is almost completely surrounded on all sides by blue water and looks very picturesque. Built the monastery of St. Mary of Blachernae was in the XVII century in honor of the blachernitissa icon of the Mother of God. The miraculous icon and now kept in the monastery.

Near Vlacherna monastery is a small fishing pier. From here you can take a boat tour to another pearl of this place is a picturesque tiny island of Pontikonisi (Greek means "Mouse island"). According to ancient legend, this island was once the ship of Odysseus, but the angered Poseidon turned him to stone. On the island is the monastery of Pantokrator, which was built in 12-13 centuries. To get to the monastery you have to climb a long white staircase, reminiscent of a mouse's tail (hence the name of the island). The island of Pontikonisi entirely covered with lush green vegetation that create a unique picture. From the shores of the island of Corfu, he looks a little green oasis in the middle of the azure sea waters.

During a tour of Corfu island you should definitely visit these places. Secluded little island of Pontikonisi, white Vlacherna and the miraculous icon, beautiful panoramic views will leave you unforgettable travel experience.