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Castles in Greece
72 PlacesCastle tourism invites visitors into history, romance, and architectural splendor. Castles, primarily from the medieval era, were originally fortified structures built by nobility or royalty for defense and as symbols of power. Many sit atop strategic sites overlooking villages or countryside, offering commanding views and engaging stories of their past.
Modern-day travelers can explore castles through guided tours, often furnished with period artifacts. Some castles are converted into luxury accommodations, while others host festivals, performances, or historical reenactments that bring the past to life.
Acropolis of Monemvasia
Greece
Methoni Castle
Greece
Molyvos Castle
Greece
Castle of Monolithos
Greece
Myrina Castle
Greece
Venetian Castle of Nafpaktos
Greece
Venetian Castle of Naxos
Greece
Nerantzia Castle
Greece
New Fortress
Greece