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The fortress of Palamidi towers over the city of Nafplio in Greece on a 216 m high rock. The over a long distance visible fortress on the Palamidi hill was built under Venetian rule and is named after the Greek mythical hero Palamedes. Palamidi is one three fortresses in Nafplio, others are the Akronauplia fortress on the castle hill above the old town and the Bourtzi on a little island at the entrance of the port. Palamidi fortress can be reached by a stairway with 999 steps or by car.
Nafplio gained in importance in the Byzantine Empire. The Ottoman power in Nafplio was ended after a one-year siege by Theodors Kolokotronis, a Greek freedom fighter.
Because he behaved very oppositional opposite the Allies and the future king, he was sentenced to death for high treason. Later the verdict was changed to 20 years custody and after the new king came into power, Kolokotronis was granted amnesty. Nevertheless Kolokotronis spent a year in this inhumane cell in the Palamidi fortress, which still can be seen today. He died highly respected in Athens seven years later.
From the Palamidi one has a wonderful view over the city of Nafplio.
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Die Palamidi-Festung thront auf einem Felsen 216 m über der Hafenstadt Nafplio, Griechenland.
Die weithin sichtbare Festung auf dem Palamidi Hügel wurde unter venezianischer Herrschaft erbaut und ist nach dem griechischen Sagenhelden Palamedes benannt. Der Palamidi ist eine von drei Festungen in Nafplio, daneben gibt es noch die Festung Akronauplia auf dem Burgberg über der Altstadt und den Bourtzi auf ener kleinen Insel am Eingang des Hafens. Man erreicht die Palamidi-Festung über 999 Stufen oder mit dem Auto.
Nafplio gewann erst im byzantinischen Reich an Bedeutung. Die osmanische Herrschaft in Nafplio wurde von Theodoros Kolokotronis, einem griechischen Freiheitskämpfer und Partisanenführer nach einjähriger Belagerung beendet.
Nachdem er sich den Alliierten und dem zukünftigen König gegenüber sehr oppositionell verhielt, wurde er erst wegen Hochverrats zum Tode verurteilt. Danach wurde das Urteil jedoch auf 20 Jahre Haft geändert und beim Regierungsantritt des Königs ganz erlassen. Dennoch verbrachte Kolokotronis ein Jahr in dieser menschenunwürdigen Zelle in der Palamidi Festung, die man heute noch sehen kann. Er starb sieben Jahre später hochgeachtet in Athen.
Vom Palamidi hat man einen wunderschönen Blick über Nafplio.
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Palamidi castle Fortress, Nafplio, Greece
Palamidi (Greek: Παλαμήδι) is a fortress to the east of the Acronauplia in the town of Nafplio in the Peloponnese region of southern Greece. Nestled on the crest of a 216-metre high hill, the fortress was built by the Venetians during their second occupation of the area (1686–1715).
The fortress was a very large and ambitious project, but was finished within a relatively short period from 1711 until 1714. It is a typical baroque fortress based on the plans of the engineers Giaxich and Lasalle. In 1715 it was captured by the Turks and remained under their control until 1822, when it was captured by the Greeks.
The eight bastions of the fortress were originally named after the Venetian provveditori. However, when it fell to the Ottoman Empire, the bastions were given Turkish names. Lastly, when the Greeks overthrew the Turks the bastions were renamed after ancient Greek leaders and heroes (Epaminondas, Miltiades, Leonidas, Phocion, Achilles, Themistocles. The two remaining bastions were named after St. Andrew (Agios Andreas) and the French Philhellene Robert who died in battle on the Acropolis of Athens. The Miltiades, was used as a prison and among its walls was also held Theodoros Kolokotronis, hero of the Greek Revolution.
The fortress commands an impressive view over the Argolic Gulf, the city of Náfplio and the surrounding country. There are 913 steps in the winding stair from the town to the fortress. However, to reach the top of the fortress there are over one thousand. Locals in the town of Nafplion will say there are 999 steps to the top of the castle[citation needed], and specials can be found on menus that incorporate this number to catch a tourist's eye.
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Palamidi is a fortress to the east of the Acronauplia in the town of Nafplio in the Peloponnese region of southern Greece. Nestled in the crest of a 216 metre high hill, the fortress was built by Venetians during their second occupation of the area.
Year built: 1714
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Exploring Ancient Venetian Tunnels & The Palamidi Castle of Nafplio, Greece!
Josh Sigurdson explores the dark, ancient tunnels of Nafplio Greece, said to have been built by the Venetians incorporating walls thousands of years old into their design.
Following the exhausting climb through the dark tunnels, Josh climbs to the top of the mountain which houses the Palamidi Castle/fortress!
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Palamidi - Fortress/Castle (Nafplio, Greece)
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Palamidi Castle - Part 1, Nafplio, Peloponnese, Greece, 5/27/2011
I took a day trip to Nafplio (Ναύπλιο), about 1.5 hours by bus south of Corinth. It was the first capital of modern Greece from 1821 to 1834, when it gained independence from the Ottoman Empire. The town is relatively unknown to tourists, but it offers some of the best scenery you could find anywhere, and is truly a hidden gem in terms of beauty and splendor.
Arguably the most well-known sight in Nafplio is the Palamidi Castle, located on the top of a 217-meter hill. It was built by the Venetians during the late 17th century and was originally used as a military fortress, consisting of eight bastions, each of them self-contained. This ensures that if any one of them was fallen, the others could still be defended. Later it was turned into a prison for condemned prisoners.
I'm climbing up from the southern side of the hill, which according to legend has exactly 999 steps to reach the top. I lost count after about 130 steps. Here I'm about one third way up, and already it gives a great view of the town of Napflio and the Argolic Gulf.
The view of Palamidi Castle over the Argolic Gulf, Peloponnese, Greece
Palamidi Castle of Nafplion 1473
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Palamidi Castle - Part 4, Nafplio, Peloponnese, Greece, 5/27/2011
The Palamidi Castle management office reopened the entrance to the fortress! Due to popular demand, they decided to keep it open until 4:30pm. So finally I got to climb to the very top of the castle, which gives a very good 360-degree panoramic view of Nafplio and the Argolic Gulf.
The castle itself is also quite amazing. It consists of eight (8) bastions, each capable of defending itself should any of the others fell.
Running up 999 steps to Palamidi Fortress in Nafplio, Greece
Set high above the city of Nafplio GREECE, this was the last fortress built by the Venetians.
THE FORTRESS OF PALAMIDI
The view of Nafplion above the fortress.
Palamidi fort, Nafplio, Peloponnese, Grece
Palamini fortress, Nafplio, Peloponnese, Greece 2000
Palamidi (Greek: Παλαμήδι, Ελλάδα) is a fortress to the east of the Acronauplia in the town of Nafplio in the Peloponnese region of southern Greece. Nestled on the crest of a 216-metre high hill, the fortress was built by the Venetians during their second occupation of the area (1686–1715).
The fortress was a very large and ambitious project, but was finished within a relatively short period from 1711 until 1714. It is a typical baroque fortress based on the plans of the engineers Giaxich and Lasalle. In 1715 it was captured by the Turks and remained under their control until 1822, when it was captured by the Greeks.
Palamidi, Peloponnese, Greece - Ελλάδα
Palamidi Castle - Part 2, Nafplio, Peloponnese, Greece, 5/27/2011
I'm continuing my trek to reach the Palamidi Castle up the stone stairs. Now I'm about half way there (I misspoke in the video about how much further up to the castle). The little island in the Argolic Gulf (now I know its name!) is called Bourtzi (Μπούρτζ), which is also a small fortress. Bourtzi is about 200 meters off the coast of Nafplio. It was first built in 1473 by the Venetians as a foothold against the pirates. Later, it was used as the residence of the executioners of condemned prisoners. In the 1960s and 70s, it was turned into a hotel.
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Palamidi,Nafplio, Greece
Palamidi (Greek: Παλαμήδι) is a fortress to the east of the Acronauplia in the town of Nafplio in the Peloponnese region of southern Greece. Nestled on the crest of a 216-metre high hill, the fortress was built by the Venetians during their second occupation of the area (1686–1715).
The fortress was a very large and ambitious project, but was finished within a relatively short period from 1711 until 1714. It is a typical baroque fortress based on the plans of the engineers Giaxich and Lasalle. In 1715 it was captured by the Turks and remained under their control until 1822, when it was captured by the Greeks.
Palamidi Castle - Part 3, Nafplio, Peloponnese, Greece, 5/27/2011
It took me about 20 minutes to reach the Palamidi Castle by the stairs. But the entrance to the castle was closed! I was just about to turn around to go back down the way I came from. But wait for the next video, for my luck was about to change.
At over 200 meters above sea level, the view here is really awesome.
Day 7 Nafplion Epidaurus & Palamidi Fortress
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Nafplio Palamidi Fortress in Peloponneso Greece
Nafplio (or Nafplion) is a small town in Peloponneso (Greece)
The town is built in two parts, the old, covering all the peninsula and the new, expanding to the north and the east. A lovely romantic downtown with cozy streets, a great place to stay for radial travelling around Peloponneso.
Standing like a crown over Nafplio, Palamidi fortress (build by the Venetians around 1686 and completed to its present form in 1714) was so well designed that all attempts to conquer it were unsuccessful, making it a legend at the time. Finally, in 1822, the Greeks succeeded, creating surprise and amazement. In very good condition, you can visit it by taking the legendary 999 stair-steps, or simply drive there.
The view is unique, and you will also see many historical monuments, such as the small cave-prisons (also prison of the national hero Kolokotronis) and the church of Saint Andreas.
Fortress Palamidi, Nafplion 2009
Panoramic view of Nafplion