Each castle and fortress is a portal to a different era, where Venetian, Byzantine, and Ottoman influences converge to shape the region's diverse history. Book this tour in Greece, where you'll witness the architectural ingenuity, strategic importance, and enduring allure of these captivating landmarks. See the Acrocorinth above the ancient city of Corinth, the Palamidi castle in Nafplion. Countinuing southwest in the Peloponnese visit the fortified town of Monemvasia, the byzantine town of Mystras and the castle of Methoni.
Take a taxi tour around the castles of the Peloponnese, visit the Acrocorinth, perched majestically atop a hill overlooking the ancient city of Corinth, a fortress of historical significance that offers breathtaking views. Over the centuries, it was fortified by various civilizations, including the Greeks, Romans, Byzantines, and Ottomans.
Next see the Palamidi, a historic fortress that crowns the city of Nafplio. It stands as a remarkable example of military architecture, offering panoramic views and a rich history. The fortress was constructed by the Venetians during their occupation of the region in the 17th century. Its design aimed to provide both defensive capabilities and a sense of grandeur.
Monemvasia, often referred to as the "Gibraltar of the East," is a unique and picturesque fortified town located on a rocky islet off the southeastern coast of the Peloponnese peninsula in Greece. The fortress was constructed by the Venetians during their occupation of the region in the 17th century. Its design aimed to provide both defensive capabilities and a sense of grandeur.
Mystras is a captivating archaeological site in the municipality of Laconia of Greece, known for its well-preserved medieval ruins and rich historical significance. Mystras was once a thriving Byzantine city, founded in the 13th century. It served as the capital of the Byzantine Despotate of the Morea.
Methoni, located on the southwestern coast of the Peloponnese, is a historically significant town known for its impressive fortress, picturesque landscapes, and coastal charm. Methoni is renowned for its Venetian fortress, which played a pivotal role in the region's history during the Venetian and Ottoman periods.
