Historialliset kohteet Patras

Historical Sites and Ancient Wonders

Patras and its surroundings preserve layers of history spanning from the Roman era to the Venetian period. This collection features the 6th-century Byzantine castle built on the ancient acropolis, the well-preserved 15th-century fortress at Rio, and significant Roman infrastructure including a stadium, aqueduct, and bridge. Beyond the city center, the list includes the ruins of a 20th-century sanitarium and medieval fortifications that once guarded the routes to the Gulf of Corinth.

Historical Sites and Ancient Wonders — Kartta

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A

Venetian Fortress of Rio

Built by Sultan Bayezid II in 1499 at the entrance of the Gulf of Corinth. It features a moat and was later reinforced by Venetians.

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B

Roman Odeon of Patras

The recently restored odeon, dating back more than 2000 years is the most beautiful sight of Patras.

C

Kastro Patras

6th-century Byzantine fortification built by Emperor Justinian on the site of the ancient acropolis. It contains remains from Frankish and Ottoman occupations.

D

Roman Stadium

1st-century AD stadium used for athletic competitions and gladiatorial games during the Roman occupation of Patras.

E

Roman Aqueduct

2nd-century AD structure that transported water from the springs of Mount Panachaiko to the city's Roman baths and fountains.

F

Roman bridge

Remains of Roman-era infrastructure near the Meilichos river.

G

Castle of Patra

Byzantine fortress constructed in the 6th century AD using materials from ancient ruins. It served as the city's primary defense until the 19th century.

H

Castle of Kastritsi

Medieval ruins of a small fortification located on a hill overlooking the Rio-Antirrio strait.

I

Roman Aqueduct

Part of the 2nd-century AD water supply system that connected Mount Panachaiko to the city center.

J

stone wheels

Monument

K

Palaio Tyrokomeio

Ruins of an old dairy facility located on the slopes of Mount Panachaiko.

L

Zastova's Sanitarium

Abandoned early 20th-century tuberculosis hospital situated on the outskirts of the city.

M

Monument In Memorry Of The Fallen

War memorial dedicated to local soldiers who died in combat.

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