Koules Fortress
The Koules (Greek: Κούλες) or Castello a Mare ("Fort on the Sea" in Italian) is a fortress located at the entrance of the old port of Heraklion, Crete, Greece. It was built by the Republic of Venice in the early 16th century, and is still in good condition today.
| Koules | |
|---|---|
Κούλες | |
| Part of the fortifications of Heraklion | |
| Heraklion, Crete, Greece | |
The Koules fortress | |
Map of Candia (modern Heraklion) with Koules circled | |
| Coordinates | 35°20′40.7″N 25°8′12.66″E |
| Type | Fort |
| Area | 3,600 m2 (39,000 sq ft) |
| Site information | |
| Open to the public | Yes |
| Condition | Intact |
| Website | koules |
| Site history | |
| Built | 1523–1540 |
| Built by | Republic of Venice |
| Battles/wars | Siege of Candia |
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