the fairy-tale beauty that only perhaps in a million years could a
modern, expensively landscaped garden hope to achieve. Walking
along an ancient path with a stunning view of the sea and Mouse
Island below us, and a doll-sized, Byzantine church ahead of us in
the pine forest, we can whole-heartedly believe Sylvia when she
tells us of how often many have asked if the estate is for sale. One
can’t help but think this place ought to be protected by more than
this small, if determined, lady. Surely the vast 1,400 year-old ban-
yan fig tree (Ficus benghalensis), whose roots dangle to the ground
from above, and the rare 900 year-old lemon-scented eucalyptus
(Corymbia citriodora), with its elephant skin-like white bark and
Estate security taking it easy
vast stature, should alone give this estate protected status?
It is under this very Ficus that Sylvia, on visiting the estate by
chance when she was 12 and long before her parents purchased
the property, vowed she would live and die here, on this magical
patch of Corfiot heaven. And living here she is, in a way few live,
providing sanctuary to people, creatures and plants alike, fighting
to keep the sanctuary itself safe.
For more information on the Silva Project and the new equestrian
centre (including how to make a donation and how to adopt a Skyr-
ian horse) visit: www.thesilvaproject.org
Belladonna Lily growing wild
on the Silva estate
Visit our shop in Corfu Town for Mediterranean style and classic Welcome to the newly named
corfu homestore
Previously known to all as English Imports. We are still the same friendly faces, the only difference is that we now concentrate on
household items, ready to help you turn your house into your dream home, with a selection of furniture, linens, throws, mirrors,
clocks, curtains, china, accessories, cards and gifts, plus everything you need for a happy Christmas - a large choice of cards,
wrapping paper, diaries and calendars, plus mince pies, selection boxes, chocolates, crackers - in fact - your one stop shop for the
Christmas essentials! We also offer a complete home furniture package for new residents in Corfu, and a shopping and furnishing
service for your new home.
We are also selling “English Imports” - the clothing side of the business - either on its own or with toys, books, baby items, etc.
This is an extremely interesting opportunity to acquire all, or part of, Corfu’s very first English shop - enormous potential for
development, and great fun to run as a business. This is the perfect business opportunity for someone who wants to live in Corfu
and retain their links with the UK. We would provide all assistance, contacts, advice and information.
corfu homestore Telephone: 26610 47692
Down the alleyway at the side of The Bank of Cyprus, M. Methodiou Street, Corfu Town.
In lovely pastel colours – from stock or to order. Bedspreads, throws, quilts and covers, sheets, silk mix towels, cushions, lamps,
china, pictures, baskets and accessories. AND Our completely new exclusive range of clothing for ladies.
Fashion and Style in realistic sizes for real people.
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