Greek mythology is present everywhere:
In the grounds, the statue of Hermes stands on a rock. Sappho, Apollo, Aphrodite nad Artemis appear on the parapet of the garden staircase. After the death of the Empress, the Palace was bought by Kaiser Wilhelm II of Germany, and now is one of the island top attractions, functioning as a museum.
Gastouri itself is a picturesque village which preserves its heritage both in its architecture and in the lifestyle of its people. Here the first philharmonic orchestra outside Corfu Town was established in 1898, an institution which, in the 110 years since its inception , has contributed greatly to the cultural and musical life of the locality.
If you visit the village , do not fail to buy some bread baked in the wood-fired oven at Hector'2 Bakery, which you'll find in a picturesque corner of the village. From this spot a ravine lined with pine trees leads you to the neighbouring hamlet of Pachalatika, where Sissi's Spring is sited. The old folk say that Sissi used to drink from this spring.