Kritinia Castle

Attavyros, Greece

The castle above Kritinia, named Kastellos, was built in 1472 by Giorgio Orsini to protect the inhabitants of the village from the attacks of the Ottoman fleets. Until the liberation of the Dodecanese, the village was named Kastelli, from the Latin Castellum, meaning castle.

Address

Kritinia, Attavyros, Greece

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Details

Founded: 1472
Category: Castles and fortifications in Greece

Rating

4.5/5 (based on Google user reviews)

Interesting Sites Nearby

Archaeological Museum of Rhodes (42,5 km)
Palace of the Grand Master of the Knights of Rhodes (42,3 km)
Knights Street (42,5 km)
Acropolis of Lindos (31,6 km)
Suleymaniye Mosque (42,2 km)
Temple of Aphrodite (42,6 km)
Church of Panagia (31,4 km)
Kahal Shalom Synagogue (42,6 km)
Medieval City of Rhodes (42,7 km)

User Reviews

David Mellor (12 months ago)
Worth a visit if you're passing by. The best picture of the castle is probably from the carpark! A well maintained stepped path leads up to the entrance but once inside the ground is rough with very limited access.

Dewi (13 months ago)
It's a nice castle to visit. Entry is free and it gives you an amazing panorama view. Parking is possible near the castle.

Sammie Starr (15 months ago)
Free Historical Experience with Stunning Views and a really cute little Cafe for refreshments afterwards, as you may get a little sweaty from the heat and the walking/climbing. Excellent Architecture and beautiful views all the way around, inland and sea.

Paul Suter (15 months ago)
Worth the drive but be careful of steps and rocks if you climb up to castle, you will need good shoes and water! Also rest at bar after, nice ace with toilet.

Stephen Metcalf (19 months ago)
Awesome place to visit, watch your step when walking, almost fell 40 feet to the ground. Great place for picturesque views!

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