Castle of Akrotiri, Medieval fortress in Akrotiri, Santorini, Greece.
The Castle of Akrotiri stands on a hilltop, featuring stone walls and defensive structures that demonstrate classical medieval military engineering techniques.
The fortress remained under Gozzadini family control from 1336 until 1617, when Turkish forces captured the structure after a prolonged resistance.
The La Ponta tower section of the castle contains a dedicated workshop where visitors can learn about traditional Greek musical instruments and their creation.
Visitors can reach the castle by following marked paths from Akrotiri village, with guided tours available during regular opening hours from April to October.
The castle complex originally contained 200 houses with iron doors, connected by a network of narrow streets designed to confuse potential invaders.
Location: Thira Municipality
Architectural style: medieval architecture
GPS coordinates: 36.35820,25.39719
Latest update: May 22, 2025 07:12
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