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#68 Rocca a Mare Fortress
Rocca a Mare Fortress, Heraklion, Greece
About this stone
A striking Venetian stronghold guarding the entrance to the harbor, constructed in the early 16th century as a key defense against pirate and Ottoman attacks. The fortress stands as a testament to Crete's strategic importance during the Venetian era, its walls bearing the iconic Venetian Lion of Saint Mark—a powerful symbol of Venice's dominance carved prominently into the stone. The structure remains one of the most recognizable landmarks along the harbor, its imposing silhouette a reminder of centuries past when control of Mediterranean trade routes meant everything.
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Stone Details
- Stone Number #68
- Type 🐧 Standard
- Status Active
- City Heraklion
- Country Greece
- Placed Date 13 January 2025
- Hidden by @kiriakosharitakis
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