St. Andrew's Castle, Fortified castle in Preveza, Greece
St. Andrew's Castle is a fortification in Preveza built with sloped bastions and walls following European military design principles. The structure features broad stone facades and passages that overlook the hillside and extend toward the waterfront.
The castle was built in the early 1800s when the region was under Ottoman control and local rulers sought to strengthen their positions. It was part of a period of intensive fortification along the Ionian coast.
The castle shapes the appearance of the city and serves today as a vantage point from which visitors can look out over the bay. The place connects memories of naval conflict with the modern life of this port town.
The site sits on a hill with good walking paths and viewpoints that you can explore on foot. Visitors should wear comfortable shoes since there are steps and uneven ground throughout.
The castle was designed by a French military engineer who introduced European fortification techniques to this region. The rapid construction relied on local laborers and left a mark of foreign technical influence.
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