This monastery is the theme of an unlimited amount of photos taken by pros and simple visitors. The position is unique and with the Pontikonissi island further in the sea the overall scene is more that fantastic. Vlaherna is a small monastery situated in Kanoni south of Corfu city and close to the airport. It rests on a tiny rocky island built in 1685 and devoted to Panagia (Virgin Mary).The monastery has a special feast day celebration every year on July 2. From here you can get a boat to Pontikonisi island.