# Bourtzi Castle

Nafplio, Greece

A Venetian sea fort built from 1471 on a rocky islet in Nafplio harbour. Designed to guard the port with cannon and a great chain, it later served as an executioner's home and a small hotel, and today forms the city's signature view.

## Roots Earth

Roots Earth has a longer story for Bourtzi Castle, with a choice of female or male voice. Download the city audio to listen offline. No account is needed.

Coordinates: 37.569716, 22.790536

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