New Venetian Fortress, Military fortress in Corfu, Greece
The New Fortress stands on San Marcos hill, featuring pentagonal stone walls, bastions, and gates overlooking the western part of Corfu Town.
Venetian military engineer Ferrante Vitelli designed this defensive structure between 1576 and 1645 to protect the island from Ottoman invasions.
The fortress represents Renaissance military architecture with its geometric layout, substantial gates, and traditional construction methods that display Mediterranean building techniques.
Visitors can reach the fortress through the main entrance on the eastern side, with guided tours available from April through October during daylight hours.
The construction required demolishing 2000 houses to create the Esplanade square, which served as a strategic buffer zone between the Old Fortress and city.
Address: El. Venizelou 13, Kerkira 491 00, Greece
Phone: +302661048120
GPS coordinates: 39.62535,19.91677
Latest update: March 2, 2025 20:58
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