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The 10 Best Castles in Peloponnese, Greece
The Peloponnese (/ˈpɛləpəˌniːz/) or Peloponnesus (/ˌpɛləpəˈniːsəs/; Greek: Πελοπόννησος, Pelopónnēsos) is a peninsula and geographic region in southern Greece. It is separated from the central part of the country by the Isthmus and Gulf of Corinth. During the late Middle Ages and the Ottoman era, the peninsula was known as the Morea (Greek: Μωρέας), a name still in colloquial use in its demotic form (Μωριάς).
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1. Mani Castle
2. Castle of Karya
3. Monemvasia Fortress
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 722 reviews
Reviewed By 335elinorb - London, United Kingdom
Great walk to the very top. Why stay there and not go to the top. Fabulous short visit. Great views from the main square.
4. Andromonastiro
5. Fairytale Castle
6. Palace of Nestor
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 182 reviews
Reviewed By surya77 - Freiburg im Breisgau, Germany
The viewing platform, which is brilliantly designed to 'hang over' the excavated area, makes it so much easier and more comfortable (no sun on one's head) for visitors to walk around and study the ruins of the Palace from above. There are signs with explanations about each different room. From the higher vantage point, one can also appreciate Nestor's brilliant choice of location for his Palace. He had a view all the way towards the sea and the various bays. We thoroughly enjoyed our visit
7. Palamidi Castle
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 3,219 reviews
Reviewed By Beatman50
Not to be missed. The history is highly interesting and the views are incredible. Give it two hours to fully explore the fortress, wear good walking shoes, and be prepared for some slopes and strenuous walking (in places) Bring water!
8. Methoni Castle
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 795 reviews
Reviewed By aleksandarm129 - Sofia, Bulgaria
Methoni Castle is very big with interesting history. The archeologists have a lot of work to do. The views from the walls and towers are amazing. If you visit in summer - bring water.
9. Koroni Castle
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 301 reviews
Reviewed By TIISC1967 - Stuttgart, Germany
Very nice place with lots of tourist shops and nice places to rest for a drink. Very nice old castle / monastery.
10. Niokastro: Pylos Castle
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 254 reviews
Reviewed By RexTsatsaroglou - Athens, Greece
A must when you visit Pylos. Breathtaking views, an archaeological museum, two buildings with exhibits belonging to the museum of underwater archaeology, a mosque as well as the castle itself with its fortified walls.
