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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.
Agia Mavra Fortress
Greece
Byzantine Castle of Skiathos
Greece
Spinalonga Fortress
Greece
Castle of Vourlia Antikyra
Greece
Byzantine Castle of Trikala
Greece
Vonitsa Castle
Greece
Bastion Fokion
Greece
Acropolis Walls
Greece
Avlonari Tower
Greece