Archaeological Sites and Castles

This collection spans thousands of years across the Aegean islands, from the Bronze Age settlements of Akrotiri and Filakopi to the medieval fortifications of the Knights of Saint John in Rhodes. Highlights include the 11th-century mosaics of Nea Moni, the massive sanctuary of Hera on Samos, and the Venetian castles of Kos and Naxos. These sites showcase diverse architectural styles, including Classical Greek temples, Roman theaters, and Byzantine monasteries, reflecting the region's strategic importance through antiquity and the Middle Ages.

Ancient Akrotiri

Akrotiri is a village on the island of Santorini in Greece. It is located 15 kilometers south of the capital Fira, built on the slopes of a…

Acropolis of Rhodes

The Acropolis of Rhodes is the acropolis, or upper town, of ancient Rhodes dating from the 5th century BC and located 3 kilometers SW from…

Temple of Aphrodite

Built in 3rd century BC, this once majestic temple dedicated to the Greek goddess of love is now a set of ruins.

Castle of Monolithos

Monolithos is a Greek village on the island of Rhodes, South Aegean region, belonging to the municipal unit of Attavyros.

Akrotiri Castle

Damaged in the 1956 earthquake, this castle used to be a powerful fort for the Gozzadini family until it fell to the Turks in 1617.

Palace of the Grand Master of the Knights of Rhodes

A 14th-century Gothic fortress that served as the headquarters for the Knights of Saint John. It features massive defensive walls, spherical towers, and an internal courtyard housing ancient mosaics relocated from the island of Kos.

Frankish Castle

Built in the 1200s by the Venetian Duke of Naxos, this fortification is notable for its construction materials, which incorporate recycled marble columns and blocks from ancient Greek temples into its defensive walls.

Portara

The ruins of the ancient temple situated on a tiny islet connected by a narrow walkway to the shore are especially beautiful during sunsets.

Roman Odeon

Music competitions used to take place at this ancient open-air theater.

Monastery of Filerimos

A 14th-century monastery built by the Knights of Saint John on the ruins of ancient Ialysos. The site includes a stone-built church, a Gothic cloister, and an outdoor path depicting the Stations of the Cross.

Akrotiri of Thera

A remote and peaceful village, with a nearby beach and most importantly an interesting archeological site featuring relics from the Bronze…

Fort of Saint Nicholas

A 15th-century defensive tower located at the entrance of Mandraki harbor. Originally built to protect the port, it was later reinforced by the Knights of Saint John and now functions as a lighthouse.

Casa Romana

This house got its name after it was restored by Italians. There are beautiful mosaics everywhere around.

Castle of Antimachia

Explore the ancient fortress built on a hill and enjoy the panoramic view of the Kos island and the sea.

Mycenaean Akropolis (Koukounaries)

Located on a granite hill overlooking Naoussa Bay, this 12th-century BC settlement represents one of the most important Mycenaean administrative centers in the Cyclades, featuring ruins of a fortified palace complex.

Heraion

The Heraion of Samos was a large sanctuary to the goddess Hera, on the island of Samos, Greece, 6 km southwest of the ancient city of Samos.

Nea Moni of Chios

Nea Moni is an 11th-century monastery on the island of Chios that has been recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Ancient Agora

Consisting of ruins of pillars and buildings, this place used to be the main town market where people met.

Palio Pyli Historic Site

There are only ruins left from the former Byzantine castle at this site. However, you can still see that once it used to be magnificent.

Filakopi

One of the most significant Bronze Age settlements in the Aegean, this site on Milos reveals three distinct historical phases, including evidence of Minoan influence and the prehistoric obsidian trade.