New Navarino Fortress, Ottoman fortress in Pylos, Greece.
The fortress stands on elevated ground with thick stone walls, multiple bastions, and a moat system overlooking the Bay of Pylos.
Ottoman admiral Uluç Ali Reis commissioned the construction of this strategic fortification in 1572, following the Battle of Lepanto.
The fortress includes the Church of the Transfiguration of the Savior, reflecting the intersection of Ottoman and Greek religious heritage.
Visitors can explore the fortress grounds daily, accessing both the preserved military structures and panoramic views of the Mediterranean Sea.
The fortress features an Ottoman aqueduct system that continued supplying water to the local population until 1907.
Location: Municipality of Pylos-Nestor
Founders: Uluç Ali Reis
Architectural style: Ottoman architecture
GPS coordinates: 36.91218,21.69120
Latest update: August 5, 2025 12:40
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