The Medieval element is prevalent in Kalymnos. There are splendid examples of Medieval architecture all over the island, with Kalymnos castles and fortresses depicting a gracious design Meant to offer protection against all intruders and add prestige to anyone watching up high, those castles served a great purpose. And the view from such privileged observatories …
Karystos is a picturesque city on the island of Evia. It has been inhabited for many centuries, with its history dating back to the Middle Ages. Amongst its finest attractions, in Karystos we find two imposing castles. These Karystos castles reflect influences from the Byzantine and the Venetian rulers. Of course, they have passed through …
Castles (castelli) and medieval forts (gulas) unravel the history of another Santorini with their fortified settlements: alleyways, houses of simple architecture and colorful walls –always gazing at the sea from where pirates would once appear. ‘Castelli’ means ‘small castle’. They were built in Santorini by the Latin colonists of the island during the period of …