As we dock, the masses rise up and stream off the boat, quickly dividing into two determined groups. Those eager to float on the turquoise waters and those like us who, in 35 degree heat, want to hike up the steep hillside to the Venetian fort.
It is amazing how quickly we rise up and how the view changes. Dry, arid landscape but somehow flowers flourish.
Over 200 years the Venetians built up the castle and then there are the usual stories of siege and takeover by the Ottoman Empire. Read more here
It is amazing how quickly we rise up and how the view changes. Dry, arid landscape but somehow flowers flourish.
As we rise up the water retreats and the venetian fort emerges... the path goes forever upwards.
Over 200 years the Venetians built up the castle and then there are the usual stories of siege and takeover by the Ottoman Empire. Read more here
We reach the pinnacle and then scurry back down.. time for a swim at Balos.
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