One cannot visit Cofu without visiting this church. Try visiting when there aren’t any cruise ships in port because the church will be extremely crowded. Even if there is a long line, it’s worth waiting to view the 1700 year old incorruptible remains of this saint. Because St Spyridon is continually helping people, the soles of his shoes wear out and must be changed each year on his feast day. Be sure to check out the soles of his shoes when you view his remains.

Spent a day in Corfu town and happened to come across almost by accident . Once inside it gave a real sense of history , worm timber on the seating which from the years of use is to be expected . Unfortunately you can’t take photos so you will have to look at the official ones that have been uploaded , if you have time take a look and marvel at the treasures insides .

This church is in the heart of Corfu Old Town. We found it quite by chance, in search of a cool and shaded place. There is plenty of seating and you will need to sit to see the paintings on the ceiling. I later discovered that this is the most important church on the Island and in Greece as a whole. The casket behind the alter holds the bones of Saint who was present at the Conference of Bishops in Nicea in 423 AD.

After 17:00 the casket is open from time to time for a prayer, so you can go and pray and see the saint’s face. People say that a wish that is spoken when the casket is open, will come true. Also they giva small souvenirs as small parts of saint’s shoes, as they change them once a year.