The Fortezza, Rethymnon, Greece

The fortress that towers over Rethymnon was built in 1571 by the Venetian occupants, in order to protect the town's inhabitants from Ottoman attacks. It is thought to have been built on top of the acropolis of the ancient town of Rethymna but evidence of this town has never been found.
Right after the siege of Rethymnon by the Ottomans, in 1646, the new occupants built a mosque on top of the remains of the Cathedral of Saint Nicholas, which was destroyed, and named it after Sultan Ibrahim Khan. Within the walls, there are also warehouses, residences and a small church, built in the 19th century, dedicated to Saint Catherine.

Opening hours: 1st of Apr. to 14th Nov., 8 am to 8 pm.
Entrance fee: €4 (2017)

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Local: Leof. Emmanouil Kefalogianni 27, Rethymno 741 00, Grécia

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