Koules Fortress
Κούλες
sea fort in
Heraklion
#3 in Heraklion
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#46 in Greece
Koules Fortress, also known as Rocca a Mare, is a prominent historical structure located at the entrance of the old port in Heraklion, Crete, Greece. Built by the Venetians in the early 16th century, the fortress served as a defensive stronghold to protect the city from naval invasions. Its robust stone walls and strategic position offer panoramic views of the sea and the harbor.
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