Fortezza

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  • Address
    Paleokastro Hill, Fortezza Area
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    28310 28101

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Lonely Planet review

Rethymno's 16th-century fortezza is on the site of the city's ancient acropolis. Within its massive walls a great number of buildings once stood, of which only a church and a mosque survive intact. The ramparts offer good views, while the site has lots of ruins to explore. The main gate is opposite the Archaeological Museum on the eastern side of the fortress, but there were once two other gates on the western and northern sides for the delivery of supplies and ammunition.

In summer it is a stunning concert venue for the Renaissance Festival.