Old port

Benitses is an old fishing village located 12 kilometers from the city of Corfu, the capital of the island of the same name. If you move from Corfu on the island in a southern direction, it will be the first resort area, which has recently become very popular among tourists.

Previously, this area was called “Pinissa” (from the ancient Greek word “pinio” – river). Water springs flowing from the mountains of Aghi Deca and Stavros, form two small rivers, hence the name of the village. Until the mid-70s, the village lived a quiet provincial life. Fishing was the main occupation of the local men. The old port pier saw off and greeted fishermen with their catch every morning. Locals and local diners came to the port to buy fresh fish. Fishing boats swayed quietly on the waves at the quay of the Old Port, and it seemed that this would always be the case.

However, with the development of the tourist business, the life of the local population has changed dramatically. The patriarchal order was suddenly disturbed by the noise of night discos and beach parties. This was not to the liking of the local population, and the youth eventually stopped coming here for vacation. Despite this, Benitses still remained a popular resort, but today it is characterized by a calm, almost family-friendly atmosphere. And in the Old Port, near simple fishing boats, pleasure boats appeared, luxury yachts began to moor more often. With their appearance, the Old Port acquired a new life, without losing the local flavor.