Amid the byzantine occasions and later on amid the venetian realm (1207-1580 AD), the shorelines of the Aegean ocean were enduring because of the consistent privateers' assaults. The main answer for the island's occupants was to move to higher, unpleasant grounds and invigorate them. In this way they have assembled strongholds with completely prepared perception presents all together on have the capacity to be cautioned on time if there should be an occurrence of intrusion. These are the renowned mansions (kastelia) of Santorini. Built and administered by the Venetians under the feudalism framework. They have not exclusively been spots of safe living yet in addition spots of thriving and religious resilience and opportunity. The primitive masters were inhabiting "Goulas" which were braced structures who have been utilized as protective fortresses and distribution centers. A congregation was worked at the passage of each château (kasteli). The 5 strongholds (kastelia) of Santorini are: the stone of Skaros, the Castle (Kasteli) of Pyrgos, the Tower (Pyrgos) of Niborio, the Castle and Tower of Akrotiri and the Kasteli of Oia.
The Rock of Skaros: The Fortress
Skaros was initially known as "the upper fortification" or "la Roka". It was worked amid the byzantine occasions by the Venetians and was, most likely, the most vital of the 5 palaces of the island. It was populated amid the Middle-Ages and encased a vast settlement. Skaros was the capital of Santorini until the mid eighteenth century. In now days, despite the fact that the Rock of Skaros isn't populated, you can discover there a little, pleasant church with a stunning perspective. A few remains of the old houses are as yet standing. In the event that you visit the region, endeavor to unobtrusively watch the environment and for a couple of moments you will feel as though you have been transported back in time amid the heavenly day by day directing of old Skaros.
The Castle (Kasteli) of Pyrgos
This is another essential manor of the island with an unprecedented past and a wonderful view. Underneath this palace underground exhibitions were developed. Their motivation was to be utilized by the occupants on the off chance that they expected to cover up or to escape if there should be an occurrence of attack. Pyrgos turned into the capital of Santorini amid the mid eighteenth century.
The Tower of Niborio - the "Goulas"
It is comprised by a building which has perhaps been worked amid the fifteenth century and it is situated at the northern piece of the island. Today, there are still a few areas of the old building looking gladly at the great perspective of the zone.
The Castle and the Tower (Pyrgos) of Akrotiri - the "Goulas"
This stronghold, too, has been flourishing amid the Middle-Ages. It has been named "La Ponta". Amidst the settlement the "Goulas" of Akrotiri was found. The "Goulas" was in a fantastic state until the seismic tremor of 1956 amid which it has endured extraordinary harms. Its solid cautious area has permitted to the venetian family who was administering it, to hold it under their wing for an extensive stretch of time by hindering any sort of intrusion.
The Castle (Kasteli) of Oia
Amid the Middle-Ages, one of the greatest strongholds of the island was situated at Oia. Around then it was known as the kasteli of Agios Nikolaos (the château of Saint Nikolas). Unfortunately, this stronghold, too, has endured monstrous harms amid the quake of 1956 and an expansive piece of the developments sunk into the ocean. Today the territory of the Castle of Oia is most likely, the most loved spot of all guests who come to appreciate the most delightful show on earth. The renowned nightfall of Santorini.
The Rock of Skaros: The Fortress
Skaros was initially known as "the upper fortification" or "la Roka". It was worked amid the byzantine occasions by the Venetians and was, most likely, the most vital of the 5 palaces of the island. It was populated amid the Middle-Ages and encased a vast settlement. Skaros was the capital of Santorini until the mid eighteenth century. In now days, despite the fact that the Rock of Skaros isn't populated, you can discover there a little, pleasant church with a stunning perspective. A few remains of the old houses are as yet standing. In the event that you visit the region, endeavor to unobtrusively watch the environment and for a couple of moments you will feel as though you have been transported back in time amid the heavenly day by day directing of old Skaros.
The Castle (Kasteli) of Pyrgos
This is another essential manor of the island with an unprecedented past and a wonderful view. Underneath this palace underground exhibitions were developed. Their motivation was to be utilized by the occupants on the off chance that they expected to cover up or to escape if there should be an occurrence of attack. Pyrgos turned into the capital of Santorini amid the mid eighteenth century.
The Tower of Niborio - the "Goulas"
It is comprised by a building which has perhaps been worked amid the fifteenth century and it is situated at the northern piece of the island. Today, there are still a few areas of the old building looking gladly at the great perspective of the zone.
The Castle and the Tower (Pyrgos) of Akrotiri - the "Goulas"
This stronghold, too, has been flourishing amid the Middle-Ages. It has been named "La Ponta". Amidst the settlement the "Goulas" of Akrotiri was found. The "Goulas" was in a fantastic state until the seismic tremor of 1956 amid which it has endured extraordinary harms. Its solid cautious area has permitted to the venetian family who was administering it, to hold it under their wing for an extensive stretch of time by hindering any sort of intrusion.
The Castle (Kasteli) of Oia
Amid the Middle-Ages, one of the greatest strongholds of the island was situated at Oia. Around then it was known as the kasteli of Agios Nikolaos (the château of Saint Nikolas). Unfortunately, this stronghold, too, has endured monstrous harms amid the quake of 1956 and an expansive piece of the developments sunk into the ocean. Today the territory of the Castle of Oia is most likely, the most loved spot of all guests who come to appreciate the most delightful show on earth. The renowned nightfall of Santorini.
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